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LC04 RBX

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

61,975 mi
Last recorded61,975 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 RBX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 61,975 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 59,305 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 58,720 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2024 58,717 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 58,073 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flexi slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 58,073 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Ruptured on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flexi slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 57,268 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 56,681 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 55,912 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 54,317 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 52,359 miles

Offside Rear handbrake return spring missing

Pass 9 Feb 2017 50,572 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 48,499 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 45,902 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 43,636 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 41,129 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 41,129 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 39,415 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 37,666 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 34,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 34,928 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 31,973 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 28,718 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 25,434 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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LC04 RBX is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,990cc 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 RBX, 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 LC04 RBX registered?

LC04 RBX is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 7 April 2004.

Is LC04 RBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC04 RBX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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