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AU04 HVZ

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,259 mi
Last recorded114,259 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 HVZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 114,259 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 114,259 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2021 114,259 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 109,868 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 109,868 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Passenger seat belt. (7.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 102,990 miles

suspension height sensor detached at offside rear arm

Fail 2 Jul 2018 102,990 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

suspension height sensor detached at offside rear arm

Pass 3 Jul 2017 97,898 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 92,203 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 87,094 miles

early days of surface corrosion to nearside and offside rear outer sill areas under plastic cover trim

engine management light on

Pass 14 Jul 2014 81,416 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,274 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 75,274 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 69,470 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 63,889 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 63,889 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 58,508 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 58,508 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 54,661 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 49,946 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 39,939 miles

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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AU04 HVZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU04 HVZ, 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 AU04 HVZ registered?

AU04 HVZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is AU04 HVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 HVZ shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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