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KS04 FNT

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

137,430 mi
Last recorded137,430 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS04 FNT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 137,430 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 134,785 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 130,463 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 130,463 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 125,100 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 125,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 119,505 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 112,019 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2016 112,019 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle front pull to o/s 50% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush both front subframe rear bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 102,819 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 102,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2014 92,503 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 82,240 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 72,578 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 61,397 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 54,074 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 39,395 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 30,420 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 23,938 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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KS04 FNT is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KS04 FNT, 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 KS04 FNT registered?

KS04 FNT is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is KS04 FNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS04 FNT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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