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KF04 BBX

2004 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

136,536 mi
Last recorded136,536 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF04 BBX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 136,536 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 136,536 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 115,123 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 112,796 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 93,618 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 8 Sep 2016 93,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 75,185 miles

both rear tyre's are perishing on inner & outer edge's

Pass 20 Aug 2014 72,319 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 68,405 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 63,103 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 56,010 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 51,780 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 44,289 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 37,558 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 37,558 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 30,315 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

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KF04 BBX is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KF04 BBX, 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 KF04 BBX registered?

KF04 BBX is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 June 2004.

Is KF04 BBX safe to buy?

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