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RK03 FLZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

99,602 mi
Last recorded99,602 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 FLZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 99,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 99,580 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2021 98,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp glass (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output headlamp glass (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 May 2020 96,269 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 94,320 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 91,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 18 May 2018 91,373 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 12 May 2017 88,654 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 84,658 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 May 2016 84,646 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 May 2015 79,319 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 23 May 2014 72,980 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 66,933 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 66,933 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

engine oil leck

Pass 28 May 2012 60,593 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 14 May 2011 52,838 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 44,950 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)

front & rear number plates deteriorated

Pass 6 May 2009 36,932 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)

Pass 2 May 2008 31,402 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 25,977 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 19,468 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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RK03 FLZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 RK03 FLZ, 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 RK03 FLZ registered?

RK03 FLZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is RK03 FLZ safe to buy?

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