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HG54 WCF

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

182,242 mi
Last recorded182,242 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG54 WCF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 182,242 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 182,242 miles

Brake fluid contaminated is black (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 163,260 miles

slight play in n/s/r and o/s/r upper hub bush

Pass 9 Nov 2016 145,710 miles

o/s/f n/s/f tyre wear outer edges

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 131,837 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 131,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 122,308 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 115,918 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 103,571 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 93,238 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 82,293 miles

handbrake long travel

Pass 7 Nov 2009 73,612 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 58,027 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 42,718 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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HG54 WCF is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HG54 WCF, 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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HG54 WCF is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 November 2004.

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