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KH04 FVR

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

140,245 mi
Last recorded140,245 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH04 FVR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 140,245 miles

FRONT No PLATE DETERIORATED

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

REAR INDICATOR BULBS FADED

Fail 12 Jun 2013 140,245 miles

FRONT No PLATE DETERIORATED

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

REAR INDICATOR BULBS FADED

Fail 20 Jun 2012 115,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust corroded.

Pass 20 Jun 2012 115,154 miles

Rear exhaust corroded.

Pass 10 Jun 2011 90,454 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 90,454 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 81,852 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

Fail 15 Jun 2010 81,852 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

BOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES & WORN UNEVENLY

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 69,242 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 63,934 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 56,711 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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KH04 FVR is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KH04 FVR, 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 KH04 FVR registered?

KH04 FVR is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is KH04 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH04 FVR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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