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RX54 CWV

2004 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,223 mi
Last recorded136,223 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 CWV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 136,223 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 128,927 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge and on wear bar on outer edge 225/45/17

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Fail 18 Jan 2017 128,927 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge and on wear bar on outer edge 225/45/17

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 5 Jan 2016 122,691 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2015 116,528 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 116,528 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 109,655 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 109,655 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 102,729 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 96,377 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 88,533 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 76,168 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 62,504 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 62,504 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 58,595 miles

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

n/s rear tyre getting low 2mm approx

slight damage to front number plate

Pass 24 Aug 2007 53,107 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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RX54 CWV is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RX54 CWV, 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 RX54 CWV registered?

RX54 CWV is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is RX54 CWV safe to buy?

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