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LR53 UJD

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,598 mi
Last recorded93,598 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 UJD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 93,598 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 90,568 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 90,568 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 85,903 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 80,276 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 75,454 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 71,110 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 66,177 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 60,215 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 55,247 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 50,630 miles

front brake disc worn & lipped

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Sep 2010 43,013 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 37,732 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 34,082 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 27,923 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 21,958 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 21,958 miles

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

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

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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LR53 UJD is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LR53 UJD, 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

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What year was LR53 UJD registered?

LR53 UJD is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is LR53 UJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 UJD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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