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ILZ 114

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

137,948 mi
Last recorded137,948 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationILZ 114
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Apr 2025 137,948 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes in clips (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Dec 2023 129,312 miles

under side rusting

Pass 15 Nov 2022 119,668 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2021 116,401 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 111,985 miles

nearside rear parking brake needs minor adjustment

Pass 5 Nov 2019 103,830 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 95,359 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 90,018 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 84,625 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 78,508 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 74,099 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 69,198 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 64,993 miles

all 4 tyres getting close to legal limits

Pass 31 Oct 2011 60,716 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 55,587 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 47,264 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 39,051 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 31,762 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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ILZ 114 is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ILZ 114, 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 ILZ 114 registered?

ILZ 114 is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 November 2004.

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