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RJ53 NFP

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,421 mi
Last recorded107,421 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 NFP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 107,421 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bushes x2 (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 107,421 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bushes x2 (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 94,673 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 92,816 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 89,861 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 81,334 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 70,937 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 70,937 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 60,700 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 48,727 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 39,772 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 31,700 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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RJ53 NFP is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RJ53 NFP, 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 RJ53 NFP registered?

RJ53 NFP is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is RJ53 NFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ53 NFP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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