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AE03 BCV

2003 Saab 9-5

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

141,911 mi
Last recorded141,911 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 BCV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 141,911 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

O/s/r tyre wearing low on inner edge.

Rear pads wearing thin.

Rear silencer corroded.

Pass 10 Jul 2017 137,106 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 137,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 122,504 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 1 Jul 2016 122,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 10 Jul 2015 107,580 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

rear back box detiorated

Fail 10 Jul 2015 107,580 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box detiorated

Pass 17 Jun 2014 91,567 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 84,373 miles

Center exhaust shield insecure

Exhaust back box sign off corrision on outer skin

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 84,373 miles

Center exhaust shield insecure

Exhaust back box sign off corrision on outer skin

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 75,187 miles

slight play in o/s/r hub bush

rear exhaust deteriorating

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread and wearing out of shape on inner edge

Pass 20 Jun 2011 61,183 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 50,619 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 43,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 33,239 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 21,425 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 18,721 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 15,594 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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AE03 BCV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 96,828 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 BCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 BCV registered?

AE03 BCV is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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The MOT history for AE03 BCV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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