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AM53 DBZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,360 mi
Last recorded106,360 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 DBZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 106,360 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 104,256 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both off side and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 100,020 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 100,020 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 93,536 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 84,405 miles

cut in o/s/r tyre not over 25mm and no ply or cords exposed at time of test.

headlamp lenses slightly cloudy not to x/s at time of test.

parking brake long travel at time of test.

rear exhaust corroded not blowing at time of test.

slight play/wear in rear top suspension arm rubber bushes not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 8 Sep 2016 74,729 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroded and coming of, exhaust not blowing at time of test.

very slight play/wear in n/s/r & o/s/r top suspension arm bushes not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 7 Sep 2015 65,215 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine light on

Pass 5 Sep 2014 58,655 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 58,653 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 52,949 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine management light on

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 46,463 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 42,686 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 34,965 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 28,238 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 25,598 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 21,829 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 16,203 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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AM53 DBZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AM53 DBZ, 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 AM53 DBZ registered?

AM53 DBZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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