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LA04 XOF

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

194,989 mi
Last recorded194,989 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 XOF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 194,989 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 187,990 miles

Oil leak

exhaust rear section is deterioated

Fail 2 Aug 2012 187,987 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

exhaust rear section is deterioated

Pass 25 Jul 2011 176,527 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear discs worn

Fail 13 Jul 2011 176,527 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear discs worn

Pass 30 Jun 2010 148,839 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 148,839 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 114,592 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 86,205 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 54,050 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 XOF is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LA04 XOF, 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 LA04 XOF registered?

LA04 XOF is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 6 July 2004.

Is LA04 XOF safe to buy?

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