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WX04 DVJ

2004 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,673 mi
Last recorded176,673 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX04 DVJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 176,673 miles

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 167,971 miles

Offside 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 17 Feb 2016 165,270 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nail n/s/f tyre

Pass 17 Feb 2015 162,630 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 159,711 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 156,860 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 153,565 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2012 153,565 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 147,011 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 147,011 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 143,843 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 143,843 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 139,478 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 130,742 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 79,407 miles

front tyres low tread

long travel on parking brake

plastic panels under engine bay not allowing full inspection

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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WX04 DVJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WX04 DVJ, 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 WX04 DVJ registered?

WX04 DVJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is WX04 DVJ safe to buy?

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