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KP04 ZFG

2004 Saab 9-5

Green Diesel 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

123,754 mi
Last recorded123,754 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP04 ZFG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 123,754 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s front (2.4.G.1)

Fail 26 Jul 2016 123,753 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened o/s front (2.4.G.1)

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s front (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 119,846 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 119,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 114,334 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 114,320 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 109,521 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 109,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 103,926 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 99,564 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 99,564 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 97,753 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 80,067 miles

Rear tyres showing signs of age and N/S rear plug repaired

Pass 24 Mar 2007 52,916 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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KP04 ZFG is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,960cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 KP04 ZFG, 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 KP04 ZFG registered?

KP04 ZFG is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is KP04 ZFG safe to buy?

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