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RE53 GXU

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,250 mi
Last recorded120,250 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 GXU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 120,250 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 104,615 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 104,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 97,424 miles

Nearside rear tyre wall perished slightly

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 87,655 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 75,521 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 61,208 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine undertray insecure

Pass 22 Sep 2006 47,452 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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RE53 GXU is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,960cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 RE53 GXU, 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

How do I check the history of RE53 GXU?

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What year was RE53 GXU registered?

RE53 GXU is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is RE53 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 GXU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE53 GXU have outstanding finance?

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