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MX53 AEE

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

95,463 mi
Last recorded95,463 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 AEE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 95,463 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

nearside front tyre has a cut in side wall

nearside rear tyre has splits on inside side wall

Fail 14 Sep 2012 95,050 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

handbrake travel high

Pass 23 Sep 2011 82,261 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 23 Sep 2011 82,261 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 25 Feb 2011 79,239 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2011 79,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

offside front tyre wearing edges

Pass 18 Mar 2010 67,916 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 64,778 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2009 64,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 11 Oct 2008 60,272 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

front pads wearing low

rear tyres wearing low o/s/r will need replacing soon 225/45/17/y

small crack in swept area of windscreen

Pass 11 Oct 2008 60,272 miles

front pads wearing low

rear tyres wearing low o/s/r will need replacing soon 225/45/17/y

small crack in swept area of windscreen

Pass 16 Oct 2007 60,804 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2007 48,617 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Chip in windshield

Front discs slightly warped and in poor condition

Front fog light lens cracked n/s and o/s

Front tyres wearing low

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2006 35,937 miles

n/s wiper blade torn

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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MX53 AEE is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MX53 AEE, 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 MX53 AEE registered?

MX53 AEE is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is MX53 AEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 AEE shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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