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KV54 XUK

2004 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,527 mi
Last recorded149,527 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV54 XUK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 149,527 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 134,278 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 108,397 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 98,338 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 92,412 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2014 92,412 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 86,623 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 86,623 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2012 80,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 80,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 74,064 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 66,582 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 50,556 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 36,802 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 24,231 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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KV54 XUK is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,290cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV54 XUK, 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 KV54 XUK registered?

KV54 XUK is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 October 2004.

Is KV54 XUK safe to buy?

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