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RF52 UCT

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,895 mi
Last recorded105,895 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 UCT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2017 105,895 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 94,959 miles

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

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust tail box corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2015 83,878 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 83,637 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 75,675 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 67,761 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 61,769 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 55,435 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 48,782 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 44,230 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 37,454 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 33,327 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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RF52 UCT is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RF52 UCT, 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 RF52 UCT registered?

RF52 UCT is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is RF52 UCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF52 UCT shows 12 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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