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VN54 FEV

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

182,993 mi
Last recorded182,993 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 FEV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Aug 2021 182,993 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing behind plastic wheel arch trim (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 180,872 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 178,809 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 175,867 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2018 175,867 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2016 164,785 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 156,336 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 148,406 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 148,370 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 140,668 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 133,246 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 126,845 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 117,157 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 106,496 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 98,787 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 90,937 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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VN54 FEV is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VN54 FEV, 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 VN54 FEV registered?

VN54 FEV is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is VN54 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN54 FEV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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