MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
194,259 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
engine light on
rear exhuast worn
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Oil leak
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Oil leak
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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DX53 KVY is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
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 DX53 KVY, 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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How do I check the history of DX53 KVY?
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What year was DX53 KVY registered?
DX53 KVY is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 October 2003.
Is DX53 KVY safe to buy?
The MOT history for DX53 KVY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does DX53 KVY have outstanding finance?
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