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GN53 CVP

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

199,620 mi
Last recorded199,620 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 CVP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 199,620 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 199,620 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 184,878 miles

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

o/s rear tyre perished and cracked worn uneven right on limit

rear exhaust deteriorated no leaks

Pass 12 Aug 2013 171,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 158,420 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 144,799 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 137,440 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 130,379 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 122,309 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 122,309 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 113,528 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 84,736 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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GN53 CVP is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol 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 GN53 CVP, 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 GN53 CVP registered?

GN53 CVP is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is GN53 CVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 CVP 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.

Does GN53 CVP have outstanding finance?

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