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HY54 VDR

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

135,021 mi
Last recorded135,021 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY54 VDR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 135,021 miles

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 122,936 miles

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

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

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

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

various body areas coroded

various suspension and brake components coroded

Fail 4 Sep 2014 122,936 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

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

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

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

various body areas coroded

various suspension and brake components coroded

Pass 12 Sep 2013 112,162 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)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 98,256 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 83,215 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 68,562 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 60,912 miles

offside rear tyre on limit, change ASAP

Fail 25 Sep 2008 48,025 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 48,025 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 37,580 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front wipers split but not effecting vision

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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HY54 VDR is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HY54 VDR, 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 HY54 VDR registered?

HY54 VDR is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is HY54 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY54 VDR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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