2004 Saab 9-5 2.2L Diesel · KV04 JWZ
2004 Saab 9-5 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 187,300 miles. MOT expired on 01 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 187,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KV04 JWZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2022
- 187,300 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KV04 JWZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Saab 9-5 (KV04 JWZ) between November 2021 and October 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 October 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
KV04 JWZ Mileage History
- 02/11/2021172,430 mi
- 21/10/2022187,300 mi+14,870 mi
- 21/10/2022187,300 mi
Average of roughly 15,383 miles per year across 3 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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