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KH03 SXZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,309 mi
Last recorded119,309 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH03 SXZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 119,309 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2013 112,129 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leak on engine.

plastic covers fitted to outer body sills.

rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 26 Apr 2013 112,129 miles

oil leak on engine.

plastic covers fitted to outer body sills.

rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 22 Feb 2012 99,519 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 85,190 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 85,190 miles

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

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

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

advise hand brake warning light still lit when hand brake is off

Pass 22 Feb 2010 69,795 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 68,601 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 59,577 miles

Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 May 2008 59,577 miles

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

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

Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 51,615 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 42,208 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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KH03 SXZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc diesel 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 KH03 SXZ, 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 KH03 SXZ registered?

KH03 SXZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is KH03 SXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH03 SXZ 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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