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RV04 KNE

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

120,460 mi
Last recorded120,460 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2013
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV04 KNE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2013 120,460 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 120,460 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 102,086 miles

both front tyres worn very close to limit & worn on inner edges 225/45zr/17w

both sides rear suspension slight play noticed

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exhaust pipework rusty,flexi joints poor & rear silencer showing corrossion

front discs showing heavy wear

Fail 12 Dec 2012 101,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyres worn very close to limit & worn on inner edges 225/45zr/17w

both sides rear suspension slight play noticed

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exhaust pipework rusty,flexi joints poor & rear silencer showing corrossion

front discs showing heavy wear

Pass 29 Dec 2011 82,793 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 82,234 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 82,234 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 20 Mar 2010 77,747 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 68,304 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 68,304 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 60,434 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 60,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 51,268 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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RV04 KNE is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 RV04 KNE, 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 RV04 KNE registered?

RV04 KNE is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is RV04 KNE safe to buy?

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