2004 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · LA04 LJY
2004 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 09 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 164,831 miles. MOT expired on 19 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 164,831 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LA04 LJY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2025
- 164,831 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.
LA04 LJY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Saab 9-5 (LA04 LJY) between February 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
LA04 LJY Mileage History
- 10/02/2022150,730 mi
- 09/02/2023157,725 mi+6,995 mi
- 14/02/2024161,581 mi+3,856 mi
- 17/02/2025164,831 mi+3,250 mi
- 20/02/2025164,831 mi
Average of roughly 4,657 miles per year across 5 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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