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MX53 GYZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,826 mi
Last recorded153,826 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 GYZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2016 153,826 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 141,802 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 128,336 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 111,467 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 101,182 miles

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

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)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 93,770 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2010 87,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2009 77,878 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 66,943 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 62,262 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 48,827 miles

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

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 GYZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MX53 GYZ, 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 MX53 GYZ registered?

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

Is MX53 GYZ safe to buy?

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