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RA53 VXC

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,718 mi
Last recorded136,718 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA53 VXC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 136,718 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust box outer cover corroded

engine light on

Fail 19 Dec 2017 136,708 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement subframe rear bushers (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear exhaust box outer cover corroded

engine light on

Pass 29 Nov 2016 128,186 miles

engine management light on

Fail 28 Nov 2016 128,135 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both patterns very weak (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres bald on edges/ and on limit

engine management light on

Pass 4 Dec 2015 119,705 miles

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

both headlight glasses starting to fade and scrached

Fail 3 Dec 2015 119,670 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both main pipes on floor area (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint top and bottom both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

both headlight glasses starting to fade and scrached

Pass 9 Dec 2014 111,191 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 101,460 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 93,659 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 84,504 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 76,295 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 65,455 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 56,519 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 46,111 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 34,606 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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RA53 VXC is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RA53 VXC, 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

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What year was RA53 VXC registered?

RA53 VXC is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is RA53 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA53 VXC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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