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OY53 VFN

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,047 mi
Last recorded92,047 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 VFN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2014 92,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wet at time of test

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 92,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wet at time of test

Pass 26 Sep 2013 74,037 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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)

Rear brake pads low.

Pass 27 Sep 2012 66,145 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 60,338 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 53,874 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 47,258 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 47,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 42,767 miles

Both rear tyres low in tread.

Pass 18 Sep 2007 36,704 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 28,675 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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OY53 VFN is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 OY53 VFN, 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 OY53 VFN registered?

OY53 VFN is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is OY53 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 VFN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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