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KP54 USL

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

137,276 mi
Last recorded137,276 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP54 USL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 137,276 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 125,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 115,006 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 105,956 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2023 105,956 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 104,053 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust box corroding

Fail 21 Jan 2022 104,040 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust box corroding

Pass 13 Jan 2021 102,319 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2020 100,819 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 100,819 miles

Brake valve leaking servo pipe to inlet manifold (1.1.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 96,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2018 92,537 miles

headlight patterns very poor close to limit

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 3 Jan 2017 89,806 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

engine over heated

Pass 12 Jan 2016 84,686 miles

rear exhaust silencer daterioted

Fail 12 Jan 2016 84,686 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear exhaust silencer daterioted

Pass 8 Jan 2015 77,813 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 7 Jan 2014 67,526 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

tested in wet conditions

Pass 7 Jan 2014 67,526 miles

tested in wet conditions

Pass 8 Jan 2013 58,005 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

front brake discs worn

rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Fail 8 Jan 2013 58,005 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

front brake discs worn

rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2012 49,604 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 49,498 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 41,516 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 36,517 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 30,091 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 23,971 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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KP54 USL is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 KP54 USL, 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 KP54 USL registered?

KP54 USL is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 November 2004.

Is KP54 USL safe to buy?

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