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HF03 FZZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Beige Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,441 mi
Last recorded127,441 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 FZZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 127,441 miles

Nearside Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 112,384 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 104,468 miles

handbrake travel high

Pass 19 Jan 2012 92,532 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 92,531 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 83,216 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 72,371 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 9 Jan 2009 58,040 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 52,224 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 52,224 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 49,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

washer jets partial blockage

Pass 15 Nov 2006 49,719 miles

washer jets partial blockage

Pass 3 Mar 2006 41,600 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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HF03 FZZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HF03 FZZ, 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 HF03 FZZ registered?

HF03 FZZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is HF03 FZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 FZZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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