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MW03 NFA

2003 Saab 9-5

Beige Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,647 mi
Last recorded96,647 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 NFA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 96,647 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides front devoid of tread on both shoulders (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rear devoid of tread on inner shoudlers (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

rear exhaust deteriorated but not leaking at time of test

Pass 2 Sep 2014 86,063 miles

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

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

Oil leak

rear exhaust slightly corroded

rear tyres ageing/cracking

Pass 27 Jul 2013 75,277 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 75,277 miles

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

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 68,806 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 66,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 20 Jul 2011 66,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2010 63,010 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 58,494 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 53,124 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 53,124 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 45,463 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

brake service

Pass 25 Jul 2007 45,463 miles

Offside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

brake service

Pass 28 Jun 2006 36,546 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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MW03 NFA is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MW03 NFA, 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 MW03 NFA registered?

MW03 NFA is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is MW03 NFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW03 NFA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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