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DX04 KWF

2004 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

113,706 mi
Last recorded113,706 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 KWF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 113,706 miles

cracking to n/s/r tyre.

o/s/r tyre worn unevenly.

Fail 31 Oct 2016 113,706 miles

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

cracking to n/s/r tyre.

o/s/r tyre worn unevenly.

Pass 9 Nov 2015 111,022 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 111,022 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 103,914 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 97,086 miles

child seats fitted in rear not allowing full inspection of rear belts

front brake pads very low and discs worn

handbrake cable outer casing splitting

offside front seatbelt fluffed

rear brake discs worn and lipped

Fail 17 Oct 2013 97,086 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

child seats fitted in rear not allowing full inspection of rear belts

front brake pads very low and discs worn

handbrake cable outer casing splitting

offside front seatbelt fluffed

rear brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 13 Nov 2012 89,739 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 13 Nov 2012 89,739 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 85,355 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

front position lights slightly dim

nearside front tyre starting to deteriorate on outer edge

offside rear suspenion arm pin / bush just starting to show wear

Fail 8 Jun 2011 85,355 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

front position lights slightly dim

nearside front tyre starting to deteriorate on outer edge

offside rear suspenion arm pin / bush just starting to show wear

Pass 26 May 2010 77,499 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

unable to obtain emission reading

Fail 26 May 2010 77,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on dash

offside rear tyre showing wear and has cuts in tread

unable to obtain emission reading

Pass 2 Jun 2009 69,922 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearsaide and offside rear upper and lower suspension arms outer bushes starting to show wear

nearside and offside front tyres starting to wear on inside and outer edges

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly and has minor cuts in tread

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 24 Jun 2008 62,840 miles

front brake pads wearing thin and discs showing wear

Pass 19 Jul 2007 56,039 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 54,866 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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DX04 KWF is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 DX04 KWF, 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 DX04 KWF registered?

DX04 KWF is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is DX04 KWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX04 KWF shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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