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KD53 NPX

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

145,111 mi
Last recorded145,111 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD53 NPX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 145,111 miles

front and rear suspension serves corrosion

Pass 2 Mar 2017 142,307 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 142,277 miles

wipers deteriorated

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 142,247 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 134,703 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust rusting rear box

o/s/f tyre worn close to wear bands

play in rear bushes of front sub frame both sides

rear pads low

wall marked n/s/f tyre and worn to wear bands

Pass 22 Feb 2013 131,763 miles

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 130,689 miles

rear exhaust box rusting

Fail 15 Dec 2011 126,285 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 126,285 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 124,844 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 119,404 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 101,485 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 84,752 miles

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 14 Dec 2006 69,917 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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KD53 NPX is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KD53 NPX, 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 KD53 NPX registered?

KD53 NPX is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is KD53 NPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD53 NPX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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