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BK03 YCN

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

122,410 mi
Last recorded122,410 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 YCN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 122,410 miles

Oil leak ()

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

rear seat belts not checked due to seats folded down

Fail 22 Jan 2018 122,405 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak ()

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

rear seat belts not checked due to seats folded down

Pass 21 Feb 2017 117,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 117,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 106,944 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2016 106,939 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 99,324 miles

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

both front tyres uneven wear

both rear tyres perishing

exhaust rear silencer, one mounting missing

Pass 5 Mar 2014 91,530 miles

Front registration plate slightly damaged

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 81,036 miles

exhaust system corroding

front brake discs worn

Pass 8 Mar 2012 72,815 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 59,813 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 49,588 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 42,093 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 36,335 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 36,335 miles

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

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres treads feathering on inner edges

Pass 13 Apr 2007 25,629 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 18,167 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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BK03 YCN is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BK03 YCN, 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 BK03 YCN registered?

BK03 YCN is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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