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RE52 MMK

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

160,873 mi
Last recorded160,873 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE52 MMK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 160,873 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 149,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 149,412 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 128,123 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

mil light illuminated

Fail 25 Jun 2008 128,120 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

mil light illuminated

Pass 29 Jun 2007 102,672 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 102,672 miles

Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 70,085 miles

Nearside Rear Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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front number plate marked

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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RE52 MMK is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RE52 MMK, 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 RE52 MMK registered?

RE52 MMK is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is RE52 MMK safe to buy?

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