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HF04 HMG

2004 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,941 mi
Last recorded141,941 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 HMG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 141,941 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 27 Jun 2013 134,043 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 120,383 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 120,383 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 100,781 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 89,914 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 79,849 miles

chip in windscreen

slight play in both rear supension hub upright top bushes

Fail 5 Mar 2009 79,846 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

chip in windscreen

Fail 27 Feb 2008 65,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 65,040 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 45,462 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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HF04 HMG is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF04 HMG, 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 HF04 HMG registered?

HF04 HMG is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 March 2004.

Is HF04 HMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF04 HMG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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