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DK03 KVR

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

211,099 mi
Last recorded211,099 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 KVR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2011 211,099 miles

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

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

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2010 199,414 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 189,364 miles

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

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 174,790 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Feb 2009 174,790 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Power steering belt poor condition

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 139,711 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 114,626 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2007 114,626 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 51,682 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 51,669 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DK03 KVR is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,958cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK03 KVR, 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 DK03 KVR registered?

DK03 KVR is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DK03 KVR safe to buy?

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