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HG54 WCM

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,923 mi
Last recorded125,923 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG54 WCM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 125,923 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 123,216 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 123,216 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 119,757 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 108,921 miles

windscreen damage

Pass 29 May 2014 99,296 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 29 May 2014 99,296 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 93,622 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 87,217 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 78,162 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 78,162 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 71,256 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 63,949 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 50,298 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 34,558 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 WCM is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WCM, 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 HG54 WCM registered?

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

Is HG54 WCM safe to buy?

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