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KF04 BFU

2004 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,794 mi
Last recorded98,794 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF04 BFU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 98,794 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 98,175 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 97,064 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 95,926 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 94,335 miles

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

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

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

child seats fitted

slight noise evident from steering system / undershields fitted

Pass 8 May 2015 90,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 May 2014 88,700 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 86,647 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 85,211 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 76,554 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2010 63,872 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

front number plate cracked

nearside front tyre has cut that does not reach cords

offside front tyre devoid of tread on edges

Pass 29 Apr 2009 53,190 miles

front numberplate cracked

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly

offside rear tyre worn unevenly

Pass 13 May 2008 46,314 miles

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

no near side front seat fitted

slight damage to nearside front tyre

Fail 19 Nov 2007 41,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

No front n/s passenger seat fitted at time of test. Both windscreen wiper blade rubber inserts have slits

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 41,931 miles

No front n/s passenger seat fitted at time of test. Both windscreen wiper blade rubber inserts have slits

Offside Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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KF04 BFU is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,960cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BFU, 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 BFU registered?

KF04 BFU is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 May 2004.

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