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KX03 NVT

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,007 mi
Last recorded128,007 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 NVT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 128,007 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2016 128,007 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 119,900 miles

child seat fitted unable to check seat belt.

front number plate damaged.

rear brake pads getting low.

Fail 23 Oct 2015 119,900 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

child seat fitted unable to check seat belt.

front number plate damaged.

rear brake pads getting low.

Pass 23 Oct 2014 110,196 miles

offside rear tyre worn inner edge.

Fail 23 Oct 2014 110,196 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre worn inner edge.

Pass 22 Oct 2013 102,219 miles

rear brake discs corroded and slight judder,

Fail 21 Oct 2013 102,219 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake discs corroded and slight judder,

Pass 5 Oct 2012 92,812 miles

both front tyres worn on edges,

Pass 3 Nov 2011 84,193 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 75,252 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 65,729 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2008 58,567 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 49,942 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 35,368 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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KX03 NVT is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX03 NVT, 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 KX03 NVT?

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What year was KX03 NVT registered?

KX03 NVT is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is KX03 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX03 NVT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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