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LC04 PXW

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,760 mi
Last recorded46,760 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 PXW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 46,760 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 44,178 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 42,277 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 40,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 39,408 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 39,358 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 39,336 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 38,066 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 37,934 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 37,068 miles

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE OUTER EDGE PERISHED/ CRACKS

Pass 31 Mar 2016 35,759 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 35,467 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 35,465 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 33,854 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 33,854 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 31,920 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 31,079 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 30,270 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 26,289 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 22,412 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 22,412 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 36,872 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 12,890 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 12,890 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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LC04 PXW is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC04 PXW, 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 LC04 PXW registered?

LC04 PXW is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is LC04 PXW safe to buy?

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