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SF03 BXK

2003 Saab 9-5

Green Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,725 mi
Last recorded143,725 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 BXK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 143,725 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 138,389 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 134,259 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 130,042 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 130,042 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tear in Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 126,003 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 120,248 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 120,246 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 112,354 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 104,212 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Side repeater lense missing but still working and of correct colour

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 83,238 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 77,419 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 72,553 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 64,659 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 56,590 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 51,072 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 47,016 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 47,016 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 39,001 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 31,455 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 31,451 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both wipers spliting

rear no plate damaged

Pass 24 Oct 2008 23,841 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 19,644 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 16,461 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 BXK is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BXK, 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 BXK registered?

SF03 BXK is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is SF03 BXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 BXK shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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