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RF03 KUK

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,147 mi
Last recorded141,147 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 KUK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2015 141,147 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 130,979 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 127,576 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 113,109 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 103,191 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2012 102,702 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 98,702 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 71,719 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn to limit, bold inside edge. advise this is replaced

offside rear tyre worn close to limit. bold edge

Pass 25 Jun 2008 60,365 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 48,807 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 35,843 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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RF03 KUK is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RF03 KUK, 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 RF03 KUK registered?

RF03 KUK is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is RF03 KUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 KUK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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