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FP53 CZB

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

179,442 mi
Last recorded179,442 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 CZB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 179,442 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front headlamps (1.7.5a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres worn close to limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Dipped beam dim compared to o/s/f

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Illuminated but dim (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play Slightly noisy but not rough when rotated (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear inner anti roll bar d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear row of seat inaccessible at time of test. Meaning unable to check adult belts ()

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arm front bushing (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration bulbs dim but still illuminating number plate

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 160,784 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre was worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre was worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 152,723 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust corroed.

Pass 22 Apr 2013 138,280 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2013 137,984 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 121,421 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 106,564 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 95,852 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 79,305 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 57,380 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 41,259 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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FP53 CZB is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FP53 CZB, 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 FP53 CZB registered?

FP53 CZB is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 January 2004.

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