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AK54 SGO

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

126,160 mi
Last recorded126,160 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 SGO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 126,160 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy/hazey (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone ship in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 126,160 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy/hazey (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone ship in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 121,459 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2019 115,942 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2018 108,585 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Oct 2018 108,585 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2017 99,618 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre worn/wearing on inner tread

Pass 7 Oct 2016 90,978 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced cloudy lens (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 90,978 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced cloudy lens (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 82,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on outer tread

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 70,511 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2013 60,727 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2012 51,663 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2011 43,353 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 43,333 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 36,826 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 31,270 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 25,596 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 20,036 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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AK54 SGO is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 93,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK54 SGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK54 SGO registered?

AK54 SGO is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is AK54 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 SGO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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