2004 Saab 9-5 2.0L Petrol · SV04 BKU
2004 Saab 9-5 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 08 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 124,515 miles. MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,515 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SV04 BKU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2025
- 124,515 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.
SV04 BKU 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 (SV04 BKU) between October 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
SV04 BKU Mileage History
- 20/10/2022116,112 mi
- 13/10/2023120,309 mi+4,197 mi
- 24/10/2023120,366 mi+57 mi
- 08/10/2024121,944 mi+1,578 mi
- 26/09/2025124,515 mi+2,571 mi
Average of roughly 2,863 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-5 OG
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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SAAB 9-5 Model Intelligence & Reliability
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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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