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FN53 AEK

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,921 mi
Last recorded110,921 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 AEK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 110,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 107,693 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 107,693 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 102,815 miles

unable to test all rear seats and seat beltsdue to being loaded

Pass 30 Jun 2014 98,638 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 93,818 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 93,818 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 89,771 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 86,253 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 81,739 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 77,210 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 65,934 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 49,737 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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FN53 AEK is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,958cc diesel 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 FN53 AEK, 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

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What year was FN53 AEK registered?

FN53 AEK is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is FN53 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN53 AEK 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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