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FN53 GNF

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,935 mi
Last recorded148,935 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 GNF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 148,935 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear main (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear silencer box rusty

Pass 19 Nov 2014 143,181 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 138,477 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 127,292 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 127,292 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 114,106 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 114,106 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 100,574 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 88,222 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 79,179 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 67,567 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 57,729 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 GNF is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FN53 GNF, 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 FN53 GNF registered?

FN53 GNF is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is FN53 GNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN53 GNF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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