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RX53 NWB

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,281 mi
Last recorded142,281 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 NWB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 142,281 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 139,508 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 133,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 128,458 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 123,390 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2020 123,390 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 117,526 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 113,167 miles

rear exhaust rusty

Fail 24 Jan 2018 113,167 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 1 Feb 2017 109,430 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 109,428 miles

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

Offside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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 Jan 2016 104,053 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 98,806 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 94,628 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 87,431 miles

nearside front tyre worn

offside front inner cv boot damp with grease

offside front tyre worn edges

rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 23 Jan 2012 75,443 miles

o/s/r shock damp

rear box corroded

sill kit fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2011 59,785 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 42,965 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 37,882 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 32,554 miles

both rear tyres wearing out of shape inner shoulder

Pass 14 Sep 2006 27,097 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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RX53 NWB is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RX53 NWB, 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 RX53 NWB registered?

RX53 NWB is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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The MOT history for RX53 NWB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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