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DK03 RVU

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

154,102 mi
Last recorded154,102 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 RVU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 154,102 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 154,102 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 152,082 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 144,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 144,006 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 132,041 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

back box corroding

engine mil light on

os repeater turning white

play in ns and osr top suspension bushes

Fail 6 Jan 2014 132,040 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

back box corroding

engine mil light on

os repeater turning white

play in ns and osr top suspension bushes

Pass 17 Jan 2013 121,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear lamp cracked

rear coil ,springs corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2012 109,279 miles

under tray fitted

both rear tyres worn & stepped on inner edge

Fail 7 Jan 2012 109,198 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres worn & stepped on inner edge

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2011 98,440 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear upper & lower arms slight play in outer bushes both side

offside rear light unit cracked

Pass 19 Jan 2010 87,166 miles

front tyres worn more on edges

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2009 74,379 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 62,790 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 49,203 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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DK03 RVU is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RVU, 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 DK03 RVU registered?

DK03 RVU is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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The MOT history for DK03 RVU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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