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HX53 FWV

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,019 mi
Last recorded100,019 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 FWV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2019 100,019 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 100,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 91,664 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front worn/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front Pads Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy Slight roughness on passenger side wheel bearing (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers seat belt slight fraying on webbing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear worn/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Pads Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2018 91,664 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction EML light on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front worn/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front Pads Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy Slight roughness on passenger side wheel bearing (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers seat belt slight fraying on webbing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear worn/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Pads Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 89,152 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & lipping (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 85,873 miles

Front Brake discs rusting over surface.

Fail 17 Nov 2016 85,873 miles

Front Brake discs rusting over surface.

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 83,744 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 80,860 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner tread

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner tread

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 19 Nov 2013 77,368 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 72,580 miles

front brake discs lipping

o/s/f tyre low on inner & outer edges of tread

Pass 15 Nov 2011 69,478 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2010 66,254 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 61,634 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 53,369 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 53,369 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2007 46,468 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 39,354 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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HX53 FWV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HX53 FWV, 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

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What year was HX53 FWV registered?

HX53 FWV is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is HX53 FWV safe to buy?

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