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DU52 NFA

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,084 mi
Last recorded105,084 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 NFA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 105,084 miles

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

vehicle has engine covers and under guards fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2015 102,143 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 98,178 miles

vehicle in good condition for year

Pass 31 Dec 2013 86,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle in good condition

Pass 4 Jan 2013 78,550 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 78,550 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 73,108 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 57,619 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 52,292 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 52,291 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 46,412 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 37,284 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 29,262 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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DU52 NFA is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver 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 DU52 NFA, 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 DU52 NFA registered?

DU52 NFA is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 February 2003.

Is DU52 NFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU52 NFA 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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