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RA03 AOP

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,408 mi
Last recorded143,408 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 AOP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2015 143,408 miles

Coolant leak

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine management light on

offside front mirror mounting cover missing

Pass 16 Apr 2014 138,899 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine management light on

Fail 16 Apr 2014 138,899 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine management light on

Pass 9 Apr 2013 134,682 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 130,197 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Apr 2012 130,197 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Apr 2011 125,737 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

both front tyres ex cessively worn on inside edges

Fail 14 Apr 2011 125,697 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

both front tyres ex cessively worn on inside edges

Pass 22 Apr 2010 120,659 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 113,757 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

UNDER TRAY FITTED. SLIGHT TRAVEL IN PARKING BRAKE.

Pass 21 Apr 2008 106,987 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 106,825 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 94,677 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 88,409 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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RA03 AOP is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 RA03 AOP, 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 RA03 AOP registered?

RA03 AOP is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is RA03 AOP safe to buy?

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