CarVerify

Free Car Check

MW52 VJD

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,680 mi
Last recorded98,680 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 VJD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 98,680 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 98,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lense opaque (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lense opaque (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter union (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 93,750 miles

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

headlight levelling device plug in poor condition offside front

Fail 14 Dec 2019 93,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

headlight levelling device plug in poor condition offside front

Pass 26 Nov 2018 84,930 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 75,726 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 70,530 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 65,049 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 65,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 59,958 miles

Front tyres void of tread on outer shoulders

Pass 3 Dec 2013 54,677 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 50,871 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 46,130 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 40,798 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 35,524 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 31,701 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 26,835 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 20,978 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MW52 VJD is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 MW52 VJD, 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 MW52 VJD?

You can check the full history of MW52 VJD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MW52 VJD registered?

MW52 VJD is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 February 2003.

Is MW52 VJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW52 VJD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MW52 VJD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MW52 VJD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.