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FX04 EXM

2004 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

88,203 mi
Last recorded88,203 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 EXM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 88,203 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 84,895 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 80,536 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 80,536 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 73,724 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both void bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 62,331 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 55,964 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 55,964 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction hanging smelly (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 51,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 42,782 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 42,523 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 42,102 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 40,644 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 38,680 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 36,319 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 33,017 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 33,017 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 May 2011 28,943 miles

Nearside Rear 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 29 Apr 2010 24,803 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Pass 18 May 2009 20,155 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,655 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 10,631 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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FX04 EXM is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FX04 EXM, 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 FX04 EXM?

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What year was FX04 EXM registered?

FX04 EXM is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 April 2004.

Is FX04 EXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 EXM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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