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EU54 YKV

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,606 mi
Last recorded156,606 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU54 YKV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 156,606 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 156,595 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 128,842 miles

n/s rear tyre getting low on edge

Fail 13 Jul 2012 109,811 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 109,811 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 100,802 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre devoiding of tread outer shoulder worn inner and 3mm tread depth within three quaters across at lowest point

nearside rear brake disc corroded in braking surface

nearside rear tyre has shoulder wear

offside front and rear brake discs corroded on lips

offside front tyre worn shoulders and 3.5mm within three quaters across at lowest point

Pass 3 Jul 2010 87,395 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 70,612 miles

n/s rear tyre getting low on edge

Pass 29 Aug 2008 50,501 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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EU54 YKV is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EU54 YKV, 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.

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What year was EU54 YKV registered?

EU54 YKV is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 September 2004.

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