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KX03 NXE

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

173,998 mi
Last recorded173,998 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 NXE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2014 173,998 miles

All tyres worn on the edges.

Engine/gearbox oil leak

Rear brake discs rusty

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 156,266 miles

Both front headlamps cloudy.

Movement in both rear upper and lower outer spherical joints.

Passenger sunvisor does not stay up.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 156,248 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both front headlamps cloudy.

Both front tyres worn on the ineer/outer edges.

Engine management light on

Movement in both rear upper and lower outer spherical joints.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Passenger sunvisor does not stay up.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 141,658 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges, close to legal limit.

Limited reserve handbrake.

Oil leak

Some movment in rear upper and lower outer suspension joints.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 128,559 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 118,848 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 112,280 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 88,857 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 62,751 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 44,251 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 42,099 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 NXE is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 KX03 NXE, 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 NXE?

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What year was KX03 NXE registered?

KX03 NXE is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is KX03 NXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX03 NXE shows 11 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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