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LA53 OCB

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

159,724 mi
Last recorded159,724 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA53 OCB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 159,724 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 141,504 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 121,081 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 105,649 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2014 98,863 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 98,852 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2013 88,658 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 80,807 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 71,591 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 62,064 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 50,188 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 40,884 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 32,275 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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LA53 OCB is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LA53 OCB, 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 LA53 OCB registered?

LA53 OCB is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 February 2004.

Is LA53 OCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA53 OCB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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