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GX04 FVS

2004 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,358 mi
Last recorded53,358 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 FVS
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 53,358 miles

Central Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Bushes worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on tread edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 50,973 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 50,973 miles

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 50,221 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 48,658 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 46,978 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 45,223 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 43,020 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 40,705 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 38,557 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 36,147 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 33,781 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 31,104 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 28,097 miles

drivers seatbelt modified

Pass 5 Aug 2008 24,695 miles

nearside rear tyre on 2mm,both front tyres on 3mm

Pass 7 Aug 2007 21,015 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 17,158 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers.

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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GX04 FVS is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GX04 FVS, 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 GX04 FVS?

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What year was GX04 FVS registered?

GX04 FVS is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is GX04 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX04 FVS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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