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FN03 CDX

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,636 mi
Last recorded189,636 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 CDX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2021 189,636 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 184,968 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 178,997 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 172,879 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 165,531 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 149,404 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 131,675 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 119,857 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 102,345 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 90,174 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 77,104 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 65,549 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 55,003 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 42,909 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 36,905 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 27,110 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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FN03 CDX is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FN03 CDX, 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 FN03 CDX registered?

FN03 CDX is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is FN03 CDX safe to buy?

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