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FX53 BFZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Green Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

204,123 mi
Last recorded204,123 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 BFZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2017 204,123 miles

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

headlamp pattern only just visible

Pass 27 Sep 2016 191,773 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 182,175 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 148,895 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 128,745 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 119,148 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 111,236 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 101,212 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 88,520 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 69,517 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 56,658 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 41,954 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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FX53 BFZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FX53 BFZ, 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 BFZ registered?

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

Is FX53 BFZ safe to buy?

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