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LD54 UTZ

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

53,322 mi
Last recorded53,322 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 UTZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 53,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 52,403 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 51,038 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 51,020 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 49,220 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 48,498 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 47,754 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 46,423 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 44,901 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 43,518 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 41,691 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 40,014 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 37,912 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Restricted visibilty due to plastic sill covers

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2014 37,912 miles

Restricted visibilty due to plastic sill covers

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 36,425 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 36,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 34,144 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 31,139 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 29,262 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 25,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 21,852 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 19,132 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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LD54 UTZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LD54 UTZ, 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 LD54 UTZ registered?

LD54 UTZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is LD54 UTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD54 UTZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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