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LW52 AKU

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,487 mi
Last recorded139,487 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 AKU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 139,487 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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

off side rear tyre worn on inner shoulder

Fail 26 Oct 2017 139,487 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

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

off side rear tyre worn on inner shoulder

Pass 27 Oct 2016 131,540 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner wall splitting but no cords showing

Pass 8 Oct 2015 125,708 miles

o/s headlight flicker slightly

Pass 6 Nov 2014 118,061 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2014 118,059 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 110,672 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 101,770 miles

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

front brake discs wearing thin

headlamp washers inop

Pass 11 Jan 2012 91,647 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 84,384 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 84,384 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 75,359 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 71,596 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 65,448 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 57,553 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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LW52 AKU is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LW52 AKU, 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 LW52 AKU registered?

LW52 AKU is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is LW52 AKU safe to buy?

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