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DK03 RVL

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

78,514 mi
Last recorded78,514 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2010
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 RVL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2010 78,514 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 15 Apr 2010 78,514 miles

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 3 Apr 2009 68,445 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 68,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 58,358 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 50,260 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 47,238 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 47,238 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 RVL is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 RVL, 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

How do I check the history of DK03 RVL?

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What year was DK03 RVL registered?

DK03 RVL is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is DK03 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 RVL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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