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RE53 OFD

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,661 mi
Last recorded138,661 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2018 138,661 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 117,911 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 89,533 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 72,202 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 67,386 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 63,648 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 59,479 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 54,738 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 50,025 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 45,794 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 39,678 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 33,923 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2006 27,215 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 OFD 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 100%.

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 OFD, 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 OFD registered?

RE53 OFD is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is RE53 OFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 OFD shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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