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HF53 LFJ

2004 Saab 9-5

Beige Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,866 mi
Last recorded82,866 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 LFJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 82,866 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 81,792 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 78,519 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 75,857 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 73,790 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 69,346 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 66,589 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 61,689 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 56,525 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 53,336 miles

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

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

Offside 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 31 Mar 2011 53,336 miles

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

Offside 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 31 Mar 2010 50,375 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 42,980 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 37,158 miles

slight damage to n/s front door panel

Pass 18 Jan 2007 24,914 miles

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)

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 LFJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LFJ, 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 HF53 LFJ registered?

HF53 LFJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is HF53 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 LFJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF53 LFJ have outstanding finance?

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