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H11 ESA

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

97,477 mi
Last recorded97,477 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH11 ESA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 97,477 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 93,863 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 90,506 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 85,999 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 85,465 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 83,889 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 83,889 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 80,034 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 76,175 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 71,648 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 67,663 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 63,723 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 58,024 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 51,946 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 45,664 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 41,421 miles

NS wiper blade split on the ends

NSR inner lamp lense cracked

Pass 8 Nov 2010 35,901 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 35,901 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 30,282 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 22,668 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 18,039 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 17,991 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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H11 ESA is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol 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 H11 ESA, 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 H11 ESA registered?

H11 ESA is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 25 November 2004.

Is H11 ESA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H11 ESA 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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