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NT53 DVK

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,639 mi
Last recorded35,639 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT53 DVK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 35,639 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2012 35,414 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 14 Jun 2012 35,414 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

all brake pads wearing thin

Pass 24 Aug 2010 17,872 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 17,589 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 17,495 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 16,722 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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NT53 DVK is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,962cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NT53 DVK, 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 NT53 DVK registered?

NT53 DVK is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is NT53 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NT53 DVK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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