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GN53 CVE

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,993 mi
Last recorded98,993 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 CVE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 98,993 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded (not blowing).

slight play in both rear suspension,lower arm outer bushes.

Pass 11 Aug 2014 96,441 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2013 94,480 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 94,480 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 93,534 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 91,051 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 89,766 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 76,942 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 76,942 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 62,831 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 50,441 miles

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 27 Sep 2007 44,455 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 33,385 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 33,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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GN53 CVE is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GN53 CVE, 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

How do I check the history of GN53 CVE?

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What year was GN53 CVE registered?

GN53 CVE is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is GN53 CVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 CVE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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