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MF52 TBU

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

156,812 mi
Last recorded156,812 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 TBU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015 156,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced plastic lens (1.7.5a)

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

Rear exhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

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

Fail 20 Oct 2015 156,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced plastic lens (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear exhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 152,277 miles

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

n/s/f wiper blade making a noise

rear exhaust back box slightly deteriorated

Pass 15 Oct 2013 148,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

exhaust mounting on rear back box broken,but still adequatley supported.

Fail 15 Oct 2013 148,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

exhaust mounting on rear back box broken,but still adequatley supported.

Pass 8 Nov 2012 143,989 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2012 143,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 136,709 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 130,218 miles

oil leak on rear of engine

Pass 14 Oct 2009 122,153 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 122,153 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nail in near side rear tyre tread

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

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

off side front drive shaft inner c v boot as a small split

rear wiper blade split

Pass 15 Oct 2008 112,529 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 112,529 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2007 104,128 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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MF52 TBU is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF52 TBU, 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 MF52 TBU registered?

MF52 TBU is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is MF52 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF52 TBU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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