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FX53 NHT

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

129,936 mi
Last recorded129,936 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 NHT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 129,936 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 129,894 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 126,995 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlight lens have uv damage (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 123,717 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 120,021 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 120,021 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 116,827 miles

some corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 14 Mar 2016 113,014 miles

some corrosion to brake pipes

Fail 25 Feb 2015 107,963 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

handbrake travel adjustment soon

Pass 25 Feb 2015 107,963 miles

handbrake travel adjustment soon

Pass 24 Feb 2014 105,527 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 99,592 miles

some wear to front discs

Fail 25 Feb 2013 99,588 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

some wear to front discs

Pass 1 Mar 2012 84,282 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 7 Feb 2011 71,296 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 60,940 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 48,392 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 37,343 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 28,192 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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FX53 NHT is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FX53 NHT, 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

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What year was FX53 NHT registered?

FX53 NHT is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is FX53 NHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 NHT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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