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BX53 PFE

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,639 mi
Last recorded134,639 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 PFE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 134,639 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 125,200 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 115,488 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 113,419 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Apr 2013 108,373 miles

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

offside front tyre cut to sidewall

Fail 2 Apr 2013 108,365 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

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

offside front tyre cut to sidewall

Pass 21 Nov 2011 101,912 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 96,457 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 96,457 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 89,617 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 82,847 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 70,482 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 57,886 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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BX53 PFE is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BX53 PFE, 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 BX53 PFE registered?

BX53 PFE is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BX53 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 PFE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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