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HF03 VFA

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,007 mi
Last recorded155,007 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 VFA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 155,007 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 151,283 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 145,081 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 145,081 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 17 Dec 2014 134,085 miles

both front tyres worn close to limit and worn on inside and outside edges 225/45/17/w

Fail 17 Dec 2014 134,085 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres worn close to limit and worn on inside and outside edges 225/45/17/w

Pass 4 Dec 2013 122,213 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2013 122,213 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 109,857 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 98,996 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2010 85,147 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 85,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 72,728 miles

both front tyres worn bald on inner edge

Pass 13 Dec 2008 59,330 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 43,674 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 37,754 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 VFA is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VFA, 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 VFA registered?

HF03 VFA is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is HF03 VFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 VFA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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