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AM52 LSD

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

202,811 mi
Last recorded202,811 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 LSD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 202,811 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2015 186,624 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2013 186,575 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 176,610 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 176,610 miles

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 150,414 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 138,585 miles

both front tyres 2,5mm

Fail 18 Dec 2009 138,584 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres 2,5mm

Pass 22 Dec 2008 123,118 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 113,536 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2006 120,910 miles

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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AM52 LSD is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AM52 LSD, 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.

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What year was AM52 LSD registered?

AM52 LSD is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is AM52 LSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 LSD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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