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AU03 EEP

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

159,933 mi
Last recorded159,933 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 EEP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 159,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Sill covers fitted

Underside corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2017 155,564 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear pipescannot see over tank (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 150,238 miles

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

fuel and brake lines corroding

Pass 15 Jan 2015 144,793 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 133,948 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 126,502 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 116,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jan 2012 116,562 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 109,388 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 98,467 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 85,741 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 81,017 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 May 2008 81,017 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2007 69,290 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 48,102 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AU03 EEP is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AU03 EEP, 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 AU03 EEP registered?

AU03 EEP is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 April 2003.

Is AU03 EEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 EEP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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