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MV53 HXM

2003 Saab 9-5

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

150,106 mi
Last recorded150,106 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 HXM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 150,106 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 150,106 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 143,859 miles

minor oil weep

n/s o/s headlamp lenses becoming discolured

o/s/f door mirror outer casing damaged

Fail 10 Nov 2014 143,858 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust backbox rusted

front gearbox mounting becoming worn

minor oil weep

n/s o/s headlamp lenses becoming discolured

o/s/f door mirror outer casing damaged

Fail 31 Oct 2013 135,685 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 135,685 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2012 127,202 miles

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

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

exhaust back box corroded

slight movement n/s o/s rose bush set up

slight movement o/s/f linkbar assy

Pass 2 Nov 2012 127,202 miles

exhaust back box corroded

slight movement n/s o/s rose bush set up

slight movement o/s/f linkbar assy

Pass 3 Nov 2011 118,718 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Nov 2011 118,718 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 110,736 miles

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

front discs worn

Fail 6 Nov 2009 102,478 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 102,478 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Nov 2008 92,777 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 92,777 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 84,456 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 70,836 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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MV53 HXM is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 MV53 HXM, 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

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What year was MV53 HXM registered?

MV53 HXM is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is MV53 HXM safe to buy?

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