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RX53 PZL

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,429 mi
Last recorded109,429 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 PZL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2012 109,429 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2011 94,100 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 81,298 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 69,391 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 69,391 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

front brake discs well worn if measured may be below minimum thickness(advise replacement)

front brake pads worn to limit(advise replacement asap)

nearside front tyre side wall damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2007 50,292 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 35,226 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 PZL is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 PZL, 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 RX53 PZL?

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What year was RX53 PZL registered?

RX53 PZL is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is RX53 PZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 PZL shows 7 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.

Does RX53 PZL have outstanding finance?

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