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HF53 HDO

2004 Saab 9-5

Green Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,374 mi
Last recorded109,374 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 HDO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 109,374 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jan 2012 99,018 miles

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

headlamp washers not working

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 99,018 miles

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

headlamp washers not working

Pass 19 Jan 2011 82,163 miles

offside front a.b.s ring cracked .nearside distorted .

Pass 28 Jan 2010 65,842 miles

number plates in poor condition

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 56,269 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 49,321 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 41,034 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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HF53 HDO is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HF53 HDO, 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 HF53 HDO registered?

HF53 HDO is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is HF53 HDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 HDO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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