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AY04 NBJ

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

167,363 mi
Last recorded167,363 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 NBJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 167,363 miles

Exhaust System Corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 166,927 miles

n/s rear wheel arch corroded

rear silencer corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2022 166,373 miles

n/s rear indicator lens broken

rear silencer outer skin corroded

rear sills corroded under sill cover

Pass 1 Dec 2021 162,301 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged o/s front abs ring (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 158,675 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2019 156,993 miles

n/s headlamp

Pass 13 Nov 2018 146,383 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 139,830 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 129,904 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 120,062 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 109,625 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 100,767 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 91,394 miles

Front brake imbalance of 25% max allowed is 25%.

Pass 2 Dec 2011 87,473 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 87,473 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 81,711 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 74,123 miles

Rear wiper split

Pass 23 Feb 2009 65,318 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 56,687 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 45,825 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 45,825 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AY04 NBJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AY04 NBJ, 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 AY04 NBJ registered?

AY04 NBJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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The MOT history for AY04 NBJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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