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FX03 AKY

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

153,991 mi
Last recorded153,991 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 AKY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 153,991 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

Fail 8 Jan 2015 151,318 miles

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake discs are corroded onthe edges of their working faces

Pass 29 Jan 2014 141,721 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 136,569 miles

Middle exhaust sheild loose.

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 27 Mar 2012 126,017 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 115,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 103,341 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 95,740 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 87,977 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 2 Mar 2007 68,390 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 54,410 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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FX03 AKY is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FX03 AKY, 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 FX03 AKY registered?

FX03 AKY is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 March 2003.

Is FX03 AKY safe to buy?

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