2004 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · YX04 BPZ
2004 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 18 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 243,542 miles. MOT expired on 02 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 243,542 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YX04 BPZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2024
- 243,542 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YX04 BPZ 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 (YX04 BPZ) between May 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
YX04 BPZ Mileage History
- 28/05/2022222,472 mi
- 01/06/2023233,911 mi+11,439 mi
- 03/06/2024243,542 mi+9,631 mi
Average of roughly 10,443 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: 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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