CarVerify

Free Car Check

HX04 LFZ

2004 Saab 9-5

Green Diesel 2171cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

193,770 mi
Last recorded193,770 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 LFZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 193,770 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 189,347 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 183,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 177,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 177,214 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 169,529 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 20 Mar 2013 161,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 161,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2012 153,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 153,022 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 142,243 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 133,801 miles

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

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 19 Mar 2009 124,639 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 111,341 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 88,968 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HX04 LFZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,171cc 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 HX04 LFZ, 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

How do I check the history of HX04 LFZ?

You can check the full history of HX04 LFZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HX04 LFZ registered?

HX04 LFZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 March 2004.

Is HX04 LFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX04 LFZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HX04 LFZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HX04 LFZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.