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FC04 LMV

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,377 mi
Last recorded128,377 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC04 LMV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 128,377 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2023 119,393 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2022 111,349 miles

underside rusting

Pass 8 Jul 2021 100,755 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2020 92,897 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 83,920 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2018 72,593 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2017 59,722 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2016 53,453 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 52,484 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 51,216 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 48,577 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 44,996 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 44,996 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 41,336 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Feb 2010 37,204 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 32,658 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 27,395 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 21,974 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2007 21,974 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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FC04 LMV is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FC04 LMV, 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 FC04 LMV registered?

FC04 LMV is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is FC04 LMV safe to buy?

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