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GN03 AOH

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

141,660 mi
Last recorded141,660 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 AOH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 141,660 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive underneath (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 130,805 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 130,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 129,053 miles

Front both front headlights cloudy

oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2019 122,559 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 122,229 miles

Central Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced LENS OPAQUE (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn OUTER AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Left hand side of spring mount as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn OUTER AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced LENS OPAQUE (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn OUTER AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn OUTER AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 118,746 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated inner clip (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak ()

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both rear lower (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front wearing centre of tread's (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear wearing on inner edge's wearing uneven heavily n/s rear on limit o/s rear very close to limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 112,445 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 107,537 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 104,877 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 102,159 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 94,990 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly mishaped

Pass 22 Mar 2012 88,735 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 82,667 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHING.

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN.

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)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 76,633 miles

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

SLight oil leak from transmission

Slight bind on O/S/F wheel

Slight engine oil leak

Fail 8 Apr 2009 70,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 70,109 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 63,131 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 63,131 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 52,962 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 48,511 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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GN03 AOH is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GN03 AOH, 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 GN03 AOH registered?

GN03 AOH is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is GN03 AOH safe to buy?

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