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VN54 FFU

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Lpg 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

150,092 mi
Last recorded150,092 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 FFU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 150,092 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded through one skin

o/s/ & n/s/lower plastic sill covers fitted

surface corrosion of o/s/ & n/s rear upper chassis

Pass 4 Nov 2016 144,048 miles

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

middle exhaust box slightly blowing

rear exhaust box corroded through one skin

Fail 25 Oct 2016 144,039 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened & holed (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

middle exhaust box slightly blowing

rear exhaust box corroded through one skin

Pass 15 Oct 2015 132,804 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 123,214 miles

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

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

rear exhaust box corroded through one skin

Pass 7 Nov 2013 113,570 miles

middle and rear exhaust boxes corroded through one skin

offside and nearside rear upper suspension arms slightly corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2013 113,570 miles

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

middle and rear exhaust boxes corroded through one skin

offside and nearside rear upper suspension arms slightly corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2012 105,228 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 96,996 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 88,297 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 73,813 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 54,896 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 54,896 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 33,630 miles

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

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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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VN54 FFU is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FFU, 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 FFU registered?

VN54 FFU is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 4 November 2004.

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The MOT history for VN54 FFU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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