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BN04 FGX

2004 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

182,619 mi
Last recorded182,619 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 FGX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 182,619 miles

serious oil leak

Fail 3 Jul 2015 182,619 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

serious oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2014 165,413 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 165,413 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 149,319 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 149,319 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 138,109 miles

exhuast backbox corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2011 127,276 miles

Passanger rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 30 Jun 2010 113,838 miles

engine oil leaks

Fail 30 Jun 2010 113,838 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

engine oil leaks

Pass 30 Jun 2009 98,611 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 80,488 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 59,752 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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BN04 FGX is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 BN04 FGX, 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 BN04 FGX registered?

BN04 FGX is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is BN04 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 FGX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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