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RE53 GZG

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

165,409 mi
Last recorded165,409 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 GZG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2014 165,409 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 165,409 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 161,353 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 161,352 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 152,654 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 140,459 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 128,991 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 120,449 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 111,330 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 102,603 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 93,381 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 91,341 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 91,341 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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 GZG is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RE53 GZG, 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 RE53 GZG registered?

RE53 GZG is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is RE53 GZG safe to buy?

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