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LA53 OFB

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,727 mi
Last recorded135,727 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA53 OFB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 135,727 miles

Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable both sides (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake efficiency only just met. May require adjustment or repair

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 tyres just legal (4.1.E.1)

Under body surface has rust

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2016 134,030 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lazy (3.7.B.5b)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of front both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2015 128,912 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

gearbox mounting rubber worn

Pass 26 Jan 2015 128,912 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

gearbox mounting rubber worn

Pass 11 Feb 2014 120,731 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 109,214 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 99,302 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 88,957 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 74,505 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 61,913 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 47,702 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 31,479 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 OFB is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OFB, 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 LA53 OFB registered?

LA53 OFB is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 February 2004.

Is LA53 OFB safe to buy?

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