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SG04 ZVN

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,987 mi
Last recorded94,987 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG04 ZVN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 94,987 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 94,978 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 88,876 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Slight roughness in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 27 Aug 2013 83,052 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 76,520 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Jul 2012 96,512 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 68,789 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 62,624 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 62,624 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 55,746 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 47,855 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 35,047 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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SG04 ZVN is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,960cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SG04 ZVN, 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 SG04 ZVN registered?

SG04 ZVN is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is SG04 ZVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG04 ZVN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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