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LX03 FXF

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,523 mi
Last recorded171,523 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 FXF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 171,523 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 162,239 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 153,850 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 143,470 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 131,997 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 124,297 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 119,864 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 107,406 miles

Front windows tinted

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 93,116 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 80,777 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 68,542 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 57,068 miles

side windows tinted

Pass 2 May 2014 51,116 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 45,880 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 40,703 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)

Pass 4 May 2011 35,881 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inside edges

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

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)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 30,145 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 24,655 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 20,957 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 16,597 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 13,019 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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LX03 FXF is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LX03 FXF, 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 LX03 FXF?

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What year was LX03 FXF registered?

LX03 FXF is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is LX03 FXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX03 FXF shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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