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HF03 GDJ

2003 Saab 9-5

Beige Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

113,258 mi
Last recorded113,258 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 113,258 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 107,722 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 99,445 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 99,440 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 93,621 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 89,238 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 85,790 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 84,158 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Jan 2018 84,158 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 81,822 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2017 81,822 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 75,307 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 70,279 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 67,157 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 58,357 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 46,824 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 38,263 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 23,971 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 19,311 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 17,780 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 13,766 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 10,553 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 GDJ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GDJ, 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 GDJ registered?

HF03 GDJ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is HF03 GDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 GDJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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