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DX53 GWK

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

145,538 mi
Last recorded145,538 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 GWK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 145,538 miles

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

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

o/s/ & n/s/rear brake discs corroded

o/s/ & n/s/rear upper chassis corroded

o/s/ & n/s/rear upper suspension arms corroded

rear exhaust box corroded through one skin

surface corrosion of front subframe

Pass 24 May 2016 133,718 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 121,177 miles

rear exhaust box corroded through one skin

Pass 29 May 2014 108,171 miles

rear exhaust box corroded through one skin

surface corrosion of rear upper suspension arms o/s/ & n/s

Pass 3 Jun 2013 95,969 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 95,969 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2012 85,882 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)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 73,794 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 61,250 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 47,989 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 43,603 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 43,603 miles

Centre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 29,967 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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DX53 GWK is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol 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 DX53 GWK, 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 DX53 GWK registered?

DX53 GWK is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is DX53 GWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 GWK 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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