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FJ03 ZCZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

158,304 mi
Last recorded158,304 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 ZCZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 158,304 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 158,296 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine management lamp on

Pass 5 Mar 2013 144,319 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 130,134 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

Pass 25 Feb 2011 120,439 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 109,163 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 109,163 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 101,522 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 101,522 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 95,472 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 95,472 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 86,331 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 79,567 miles

offside rear hub assembly lower bush has slight play

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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FJ03 ZCZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FJ03 ZCZ, 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 FJ03 ZCZ registered?

FJ03 ZCZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is FJ03 ZCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 ZCZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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