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EK03 CXB

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

83,906 mi
Last recorded83,906 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 CXB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 83,906 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 74,475 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 74,469 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2023 61,932 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 54,451 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 54,451 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 50,353 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

Pass 6 Jul 2021 33,957 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Puncture repair leaking air from tyre.

Pass 18 Jun 2020 24,520 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 24,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jul 2018 23,863 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 23,260 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 22,263 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 21,029 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 18,522 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 16,439 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 14,950 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 13,473 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 12,298 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 10,887 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 9,723 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 8,278 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 6,638 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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EK03 CXB is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 EK03 CXB, 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 EK03 CXB?

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What year was EK03 CXB registered?

EK03 CXB is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is EK03 CXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 CXB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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