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LB04 LXD

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

113,620 mi
Last recorded113,620 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB04 LXD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 113,620 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 111,493 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 109,542 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 107,505 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 104,548 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 102,073 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 96,338 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 89,554 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 80,565 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 71,192 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 71,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 62,519 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 54,863 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 54,863 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 45,985 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 43,580 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 40,667 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 37,498 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 33,076 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 28,224 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 28,172 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 23,048 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 23,047 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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LB04 LXD is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LB04 LXD, 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 LB04 LXD registered?

LB04 LXD is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is LB04 LXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB04 LXD shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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