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RE53 OGP

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

176,568 mi
Last recorded176,568 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 OGP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 176,568 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 169,818 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 163,575 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 155,899 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 145,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 145,990 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 132,483 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 105,550 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 105,550 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 87,549 miles

both rear tyres featherd off outside edge

Pass 18 May 2011 60,482 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 58,675 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2011 58,675 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 56,875 miles

Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 56,875 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 50,656 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 41,380 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 31,023 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 21,981 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 OGP is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OGP, 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 RE53 OGP registered?

RE53 OGP is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RE53 OGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 OGP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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