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KR52 SVD

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,320 mi
Last recorded98,320 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 SVD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 98,320 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 98,308 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 91,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside bodywork damaged

Fail 5 Sep 2024 91,914 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside bodywork damaged

Pass 24 Aug 2023 80,649 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 79,726 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 78,457 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 77,425 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 76,272 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 74,867 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 72,382 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 70,070 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 68,399 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 67,190 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 66,638 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 65,377 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 64,221 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 62,918 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 61,754 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 60,102 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 57,762 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 55,335 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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KR52 SVD is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SVD, 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 SVD?

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What year was KR52 SVD registered?

KR52 SVD is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is KR52 SVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR52 SVD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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