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RV52 TYX

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

195,462 mi
Last recorded195,462 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 TYX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 195,462 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

rear exhaust casing corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2013 183,723 miles

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

rear silencer corroded

Fail 14 Jan 2013 183,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

rear silencer corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2012 173,261 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 157,363 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 138,973 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 120,796 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 103,465 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 88,596 miles

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

slight play in both rear wheels.

Fail 23 Jan 2007 88,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight play in both rear wheels.

Pass 10 Jan 2006 71,902 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 71,902 miles

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

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

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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RV52 TYX is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RV52 TYX, 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

How do I check the history of RV52 TYX?

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What year was RV52 TYX registered?

RV52 TYX is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is RV52 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 TYX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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