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RX53 OOJ

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,123 mi
Last recorded125,123 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 OOJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 125,123 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2017 109,812 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 May 2016 97,055 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 97,055 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 19 May 2015 91,259 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 91,259 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2014 85,304 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 79,033 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front grills loose

both rear tyres outer side wall perished+ has a serious cracks

Fail 15 May 2013 79,033 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front grills loose

both rear tyres outer side wall perished+ has a serious cracks

Pass 14 May 2012 74,801 miles

(strong advice) nearside rear tyre outer side wall has a serious deep cracks

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

offside door mirror outer plastic cover damaged

offside rear tyre has a cracks

Pass 18 May 2011 70,163 miles

child seat on offside rear not fitted in

offside front tyre valve slightly cracking

small cracks on both rear tyres

Fail 16 May 2011 70,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

child seat on offside rear not fitted in

offside front tyre valve slightly cracking

small cracks on both rear tyres

Fail 13 May 2010 65,553 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2010 65,553 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 63,102 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 61,177 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 May 2007 57,328 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.

Fail 17 May 2007 57,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RX53 OOJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RX53 OOJ, 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 RX53 OOJ registered?

RX53 OOJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 25 February 2004.

Is RX53 OOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 OOJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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