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YY54 AEG

2004 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

219,969 mi
Last recorded219,969 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY54 AEG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 219,969 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both h/lamp lenses (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 219,521 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both h/lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 213,878 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2021 213,875 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2020 201,470 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 187,030 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 172,014 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 153,767 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 140,195 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 140,195 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 129,968 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 129,968 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 120,910 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 110,454 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 110,454 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 98,581 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 86,015 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 74,736 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 62,142 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 51,091 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 41,904 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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YY54 AEG is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YY54 AEG, 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 YY54 AEG registered?

YY54 AEG is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 October 2004.

Is YY54 AEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY54 AEG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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