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MV03 GXS

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,399 mi
Last recorded119,399 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 GXS
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 119,399 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

both rear tyres out of shape inner edge

Fail 10 Sep 2021 119,385 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

both rear tyres out of shape inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2020 109,785 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 18 Jul 2020 107,016 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens in poor condition (cloudy) (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens in poor condition (cloudy) (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust backbox outer skin corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2019 88,143 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust deteriorated - outer skin

rear exhaust mount broken, system still secure

rear suspension components generally have slight corrosion

Fail 7 Feb 2019 87,851 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust deteriorated - outer skin

rear exhaust mount broken, system still secure

rear suspension components generally have slight corrosion

Pass 12 Feb 2018 78,088 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 74,663 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 69,372 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 66,365 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 61,707 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 58,169 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 55,326 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 52,656 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 52,656 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 50,523 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 46,011 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 41,545 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 25,639 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 13,186 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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MV03 GXS is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 MV03 GXS, 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 MV03 GXS registered?

MV03 GXS is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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