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LA04 CXC

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

108,842 mi
Last recorded108,842 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 CXC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 108,842 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 108,842 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 103,856 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 94,794 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 84,716 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 84,716 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 76,053 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 69,318 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 65,688 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 60,951 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 56,897 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 52,259 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 47,429 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 41,897 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 35,192 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 28,531 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 23,232 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 14,558 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 12,795 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 11,555 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 7,973 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 6,029 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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LA04 CXC is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LA04 CXC, 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

How do I check the history of LA04 CXC?

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What year was LA04 CXC registered?

LA04 CXC is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 June 2004.

Is LA04 CXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA04 CXC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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