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RV52 WUL

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

218,126 mi
Last recorded218,126 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 WUL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 218,126 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 200,570 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 198,725 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 190,891 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 144,817 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front and rear discs worn

Fail 28 Jul 2011 144,817 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front and rear discs worn

Pass 27 Aug 2010 102,744 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 23 Aug 2010 102,741 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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 16 Jan 2010 99,838 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 88,857 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 79,805 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 65,855 miles

BOTH FRONT FOG LIGHT LENS DAMAGED

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)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 50,254 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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RV52 WUL is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WUL, 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 RV52 WUL registered?

RV52 WUL is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is RV52 WUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 WUL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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