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FX53 BDF

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

151,121 mi
Last recorded151,121 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 BDF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 151,121 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 140,606 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 133,068 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 116,232 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 104,050 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 96,412 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 86,450 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 86,439 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Feb 2009 73,931 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 66,740 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 47,860 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 23,106 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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FX53 BDF 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 91.7%.

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 FX53 BDF, 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 FX53 BDF registered?

FX53 BDF is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is FX53 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 BDF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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