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DX53 YXC

2004 Saab 9-5

Green Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,950 mi
Last recorded122,950 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 YXC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 122,950 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2019 122,945 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 92,578 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 24 Mar 2016 87,677 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 82,973 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 77,143 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 69,242 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 19 Mar 2012 62,058 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 52,452 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 52,452 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 45,298 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 40,770 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 36,380 miles

front wipers split

Pass 19 Mar 2007 32,605 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre has bad cracking on inside of tyre

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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DX53 YXC is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DX53 YXC, 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

How do I check the history of DX53 YXC?

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What year was DX53 YXC registered?

DX53 YXC is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 February 2004.

Is DX53 YXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 YXC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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