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GM03 FXZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,036 mi
Last recorded134,036 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 FXZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 134,036 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 120,673 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 110,827 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 103,392 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 103,392 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Fail 1 Oct 2013 90,243 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 90,243 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 79,550 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 69,428 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 59,051 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 50,883 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 44,783 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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GM03 FXZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue 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 GM03 FXZ, 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 GM03 FXZ registered?

GM03 FXZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is GM03 FXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM03 FXZ 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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