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SF03 BVG

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,366 mi
Last recorded104,366 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 BVG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 May 2014 104,366 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 95,140 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 93,036 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 88,859 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 84,329 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 80,176 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2006 660,369 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 BVG is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BVG, 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 BVG registered?

SF03 BVG is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is SF03 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 BVG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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