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VX04 NGF

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

146,699 mi
Last recorded146,699 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 NGF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 146,699 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 142,563 miles

Nearside Rear Inner lamp damaged

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

chips in screen

Pass 19 Jun 2024 139,877 miles

chips in screen

Pass 21 Jun 2023 136,589 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 134,293 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 130,221 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 124,464 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 122,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2019 122,027 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOLD on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 116,276 miles

play at steering wheel possible steering u/j worn

suspect power steering fluid low

Pass 12 Jun 2017 111,509 miles

headlight beam images poor

knock in steering

Pass 27 May 2016 107,775 miles

play at steering wheel

under tray fitted restricting access to some components

Pass 27 May 2015 100,699 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear & Offside rear tyres wearing inner edge, Nail Offside rear tyre.

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 May 2014 91,449 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2013 84,542 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 76,103 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 31 May 2011 67,987 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 57,333 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 44,909 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 38,436 miles

osf wiper split

Pass 21 May 2007 28,747 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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VX04 NGF is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 VX04 NGF, 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 VX04 NGF registered?

VX04 NGF is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 8 June 2004.

Is VX04 NGF safe to buy?

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