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AU53 MVX

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

81,763 mi
Last recorded81,763 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 MVX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 81,763 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside sill/ach. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 81,349 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 80,545 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside outer sill/arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 79,921 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 78,918 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 78,121 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 77,041 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 73,925 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 71,817 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2017 70,449 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 68,548 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 66,372 miles

both rear tyres perished and cracked

Pass 7 Jan 2014 64,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2013 63,265 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2012 61,183 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 52,486 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 44,774 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 36,081 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 36,081 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 28,007 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 19,138 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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AU53 MVX is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AU53 MVX, 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 AU53 MVX registered?

AU53 MVX is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is AU53 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 MVX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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