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SF03 BWX

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,713 mi
Last recorded101,713 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 BWX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 101,713 miles

both head lights milky

Pass 9 Dec 2021 99,535 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 97,403 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper wheel arch corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2019 94,738 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 92,580 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 89,394 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 86,512 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 86,508 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 81,891 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 78,079 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 74,718 miles

rear rusted heavily

Pass 26 Nov 2012 71,891 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 2 Dec 2011 68,758 miles

advise nearside front brake flexi hose perrished.

advise rear exhaust box corroded and outer skin peeling away.

Fail 2 Dec 2011 68,758 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise front brake discs lipped.

advise nearside front brake flexi hose perrished.

advise rear exhaust box corroded and outer skin peeling away.

Pass 26 Oct 2010 64,726 miles

advise both front outter cv boots weeping

advise front subframe bushes wearing

advise off side rear tyre wearing inner edge

advise rear exhaust box corroding

Pass 9 Nov 2009 58,026 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 51,329 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 42,802 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 35,907 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Mar 2007 35,907 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 24,926 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 BWX 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 SF03 BWX, 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 BWX registered?

SF03 BWX is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is SF03 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 BWX 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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