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YT54 WAJ

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,005 mi
Last recorded160,005 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT54 WAJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 160,005 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 153,003 miles

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

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2015 153,003 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2014 147,987 miles

Advise that the offside rear tyre is devoid of tread on the inner shoulder ie BALD!!

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)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 138,421 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 131,853 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 silencer (corrosion)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 127,812 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 127,812 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 115,137 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 115,137 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 105,273 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 93,642 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 93,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 69,744 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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YT54 WAJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YT54 WAJ, 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 YT54 WAJ registered?

YT54 WAJ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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