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HD04 GWL

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

190,883 mi
Last recorded190,883 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD04 GWL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 190,883 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 177,837 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 169,671 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 163,028 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 152,777 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 152,777 miles

Nearside Front 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 Jun 2011 144,085 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 135,196 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 125,502 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 116,315 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 106,000 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HD04 GWL is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc 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 HD04 GWL, 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 HD04 GWL registered?

HD04 GWL is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is HD04 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD04 GWL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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