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HX03 DXF

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,125 mi
Last recorded109,125 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 DXF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2015 109,125 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 23 Feb 2012 99,584 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 90,093 miles

Both headlamp lenses deteriated

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 90,093 miles

Both headlamp lenses deteriated

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Jan 2010 78,840 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear brake discs worn

front brake pad wear close to mini mum limit

Pass 27 Jan 2010 78,840 miles

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

both rear brake discs worn

front brake pad wear close to mini mum limit

Pass 8 Jan 2009 66,380 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 59,160 miles

nearside front fog light broken.

Pass 30 Oct 2007 56,457 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2006 37,891 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 37,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Mar 2006 31,395 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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HX03 DXF 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 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 HX03 DXF, 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 HX03 DXF?

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What year was HX03 DXF registered?

HX03 DXF is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is HX03 DXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX03 DXF shows 12 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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