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NK53 NVN

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,723 mi
Last recorded141,723 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 NVN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 141,723 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 136,310 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 129,983 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 124,027 miles

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 118,569 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2012 108,193 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 108,193 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2011 99,091 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 88,281 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

wiper blades starting to wear

Pass 9 Dec 2008 76,796 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 64,885 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 45,021 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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NK53 NVN is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol 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 NK53 NVN, 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 NK53 NVN?

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What year was NK53 NVN registered?

NK53 NVN is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is NK53 NVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK53 NVN 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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