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OW52 KKB

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

123,500 mi
Last recorded123,500 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW52 KKB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 123,500 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2016 123,500 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 112,543 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 105,264 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2013 105,203 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 100,242 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 100,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

backbox exhaust deteriorated.

Pass 22 Jan 2011 92,741 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 83,845 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Jan 2010 83,845 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 83,683 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2008 73,991 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 59,008 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 59,008 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 49,262 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 37,225 miles

front tyres wearing low on edges

oil leak

oil level slightly low

rear tyres wearing on edges

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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OW52 KKB is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OW52 KKB, 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 OW52 KKB?

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What year was OW52 KKB registered?

OW52 KKB is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is OW52 KKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW52 KKB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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