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FX03 HYJ

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,564 mi
Last recorded176,564 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 HYJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 May 2014 176,564 miles

head lamp lenses in poor condition

Pass 20 May 2013 167,174 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 158,679 miles

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

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 14 Mar 2011 146,087 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 132,263 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 118,012 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 96,819 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 73,963 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 49,566 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 HYJ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FX03 HYJ, 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 HYJ registered?

FX03 HYJ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is FX03 HYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 HYJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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