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LX53 EHM

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,482 mi
Last recorded95,482 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 EHM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 95,482 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

rear exhaust ox corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2026 95,478 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

rear exhaust ox corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2025 86,996 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 82,204 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 76,797 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2022 68,929 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 21 Jun 2022 68,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2021 66,402 miles

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 26 Jun 2020 63,655 miles

Offside rear tyre has slightly uneven tread.

Pass 12 Jul 2019 61,536 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 59,527 miles

outer sill covers fitted, not allowing a full inspection

Pass 20 Jun 2017 57,073 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 55,831 miles

Nearside Rear top inner suspension bush has slight play

long hand brake

Pass 24 Jun 2015 54,259 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly perished/slightly out of shape

exhaust tailbox rusty/deteriorated

offside headlamp lens 'foggy'

Pass 9 Jul 2014 53,269 miles

exhaust tailbox rusty/deteriorated

offside headlamp lens 'foggy'

Fail 8 Jul 2014 53,268 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust tailbox rusty/deteriorated

offside headlamp lens 'foggy'

Pass 10 Jul 2013 52,128 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 50,626 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust tailbox deteriorated/rusty

Pass 22 Jun 2011 49,057 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 46,605 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 46,605 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 43,901 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2008 39,547 miles

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

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

ft no plate starting to delaminate

Pass 25 Jun 2008 39,547 miles

ft no plate starting to delaminate

Pass 17 Jul 2007 34,103 miles

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

front number plate stained

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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LX53 EHM is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 LX53 EHM, 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 LX53 EHM?

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What year was LX53 EHM registered?

LX53 EHM is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is LX53 EHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 EHM shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX53 EHM have outstanding finance?

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