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PX03 AXU

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,395 mi
Last recorded146,395 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 AXU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 May 2021 146,395 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal in number of places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassce leg in number of places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area in number of places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal in number of places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch area in number of places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal rear arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 144,517 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 139,879 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2019 139,864 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer mirror cover missing

Pass 4 Apr 2018 135,994 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 128,622 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 122,027 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 116,636 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 112,393 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 107,129 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 101,331 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 95,837 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 90,596 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 80,104 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 70,816 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 69,250 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 62,485 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 47,137 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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PX03 AXU 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 88.9%.

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 PX03 AXU, 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 PX03 AXU registered?

PX03 AXU is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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