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SF03 BCX

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

130,986 mi
Last recorded130,986 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 BCX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2013 130,986 miles

BOTH FRONT DROP LINKS PLAY ON BALL JOINTS

Pass 11 Feb 2012 122,259 miles

n/s/f tyre leaking from inside balance

Pass 25 Feb 2011 114,910 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 105,738 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 98,480 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 90,969 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 83,097 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 83,129 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 83,095 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 68,593 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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SF03 BCX is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SF03 BCX, 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

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What year was SF03 BCX registered?

SF03 BCX is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is SF03 BCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 BCX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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