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LB54 MUW

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

108,121 mi
Last recorded108,121 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2012
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB54 MUW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2012 108,121 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Aug 2012 108,121 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 94,223 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 94,223 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear disc's pitted and scored

Pass 8 Sep 2010 79,081 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2010 78,736 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 63,443 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

OSF Anti Roll bar link bush requires lubricated

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

Fail 12 Sep 2009 63,443 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

OSF Anti Roll bar link bush requires lubricated

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 36,271 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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LB54 MUW is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 LB54 MUW, 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 LB54 MUW registered?

LB54 MUW is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is LB54 MUW safe to buy?

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