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LT53 ZLX

2003 Saab 9-5

Beige Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,553 mi
Last recorded150,553 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 ZLX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 150,553 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 148,194 miles

Rear tyres out of shape

Pass 18 Oct 2017 144,866 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 140,901 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 136,205 miles

eml light on

Pass 24 Oct 2014 132,993 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 128,288 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 128,287 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 123,382 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 117,422 miles

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

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

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

offside rear tyre tread slightly out of shape on edge

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 27 Oct 2010 112,765 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 108,201 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 108,201 miles

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

both front tyres low on outer edge

Pass 27 Oct 2008 104,638 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 97,668 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 71,300 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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LT53 ZLX is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LT53 ZLX, 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 LT53 ZLX registered?

LT53 ZLX is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is LT53 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 ZLX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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