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LK53 AZC

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,891 mi
Last recorded112,891 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 AZC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2016 112,891 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 105,284 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Dec 2015 105,284 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 95,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 86,625 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 86,625 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 77,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 66,007 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 54,902 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 54,902 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 46,616 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 37,325 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 25,907 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 18,073 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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LK53 AZC is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LK53 AZC, 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.

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What year was LK53 AZC registered?

LK53 AZC is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is LK53 AZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 AZC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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