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PN03 DJJ

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,878 mi
Last recorded108,878 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 DJJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 108,878 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 105,437 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2018 105,362 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 100,529 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 95,841 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 18 Dec 2015 95,823 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45 zr17 (4.1.D.1b)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured front and rear (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 90,164 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 84,991 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 78,923 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 78,923 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 76,315 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 76,315 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

exhaust backbox corroded

front brake pads and discs worn

Pass 16 Feb 2011 73,190 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken. Both rear tyres perished and split.Near side rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 23 Feb 2010 70,415 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 65,186 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 61,458 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 58,395 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 55,495 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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PN03 DJJ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PN03 DJJ, 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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PN03 DJJ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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