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MX53 LHA

2003 Saab 9-5

Beige Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

128,374 mi
Last recorded128,374 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 LHA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 128,374 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 May 2016 126,256 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 123,431 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 115,115 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 107,933 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)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 104,791 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 92,705 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 92,705 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 79,976 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both wiper blades deteriating

Pass 21 Aug 2008 59,511 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 52,466 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 44,492 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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MX53 LHA is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LHA, 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 LHA registered?

MX53 LHA is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is MX53 LHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 LHA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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