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KE03 AKK

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,951 mi
Last recorded106,951 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 AKK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2023 106,951 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 105,488 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 103,697 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 102,395 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 100,517 miles

Both Rear Suspension D-Bushes Have Slight Play

Rear Exhaust Box Corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2018 98,191 miles

Offside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 95,383 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt driver seatbelt (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 92,695 miles

Rear REAR EXHAUST BOX CORRODED

Pass 19 Mar 2015 89,595 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 87,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre has cracks between sidewall and tread

Pass 9 Jan 2013 84,120 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 81,380 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 81,380 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 78,992 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 74,172 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 74,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 64,323 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 53,534 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 40,957 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 30,272 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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KE03 AKK is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KE03 AKK, 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 KE03 AKK registered?

KE03 AKK is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is KE03 AKK safe to buy?

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