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KR52 SUX

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,856 mi
Last recorded134,856 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 SUX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 134,856 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 134,856 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour lens (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured level valve (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed inner edge (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2016 116,974 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 111,359 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 108,346 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 106,556 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 104,456 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 101,982 miles

play in o/s/f anti-roll bar end link

Fail 4 Mar 2008 101,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

play in o/s/f anti-roll bar end link

Pass 22 Feb 2007 90,761 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 90,761 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 69,122 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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KR52 SUX is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,958cc 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 KR52 SUX, 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 KR52 SUX?

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What year was KR52 SUX registered?

KR52 SUX is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is KR52 SUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR52 SUX 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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