2004 Saab 9-5 2.2L Diesel · HD54 BOJ
2004 Saab 9-5 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 20 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 221,784 miles. MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 221,784 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HD54 BOJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/05/2024
- 221,784 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HD54 BOJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Saab 9-5 (HD54 BOJ) between June 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Fuel tank insecure strap snapped (6.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
HD54 BOJ Mileage History
- 01/06/2022218,185 mi
- 09/06/2023220,647 mi+2,462 mi
- 10/05/2024221,774 mi+1,127 mi
- 17/05/2024221,784 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 1,836 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-5 OG
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Oil Sludge (B205/B235)Serious
Identical issue to the 9-3 OG; the 9-5 is actually more prone to this due to higher engine bay temperatures.
- Rear Trailing Arm BushesModerate
Worn rear bushes lead to poor tracking and high tyre wear.
- Turbocharger FailureSerious
All 9-5 engines use a turbocharger, and lack of maintenance or oil sludge can cause premature turbo bearing failure. A blown turbo can send oil into the intake or exhaust, causing smoke and potential engine damage.
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