2004 Saab 9-5 3.0L Diesel · RK54 XUR
2004 Saab 9-5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 17 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 159,217 miles. MOT expired on 29 May 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 May 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,217 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RK54 XUR Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/05/2022
- 159,217 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RK54 XUR 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 (RK54 XUR) between February 2022 and May 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 May 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
RK54 XUR Mileage History
- 11/02/2022159,069 mi
- 20/05/2022159,215 mi+146 mi
- 30/05/2022159,217 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 500 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: Poor
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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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