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SF03 KXN

2003 Saab 9-5

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,725 mi
Last recorded127,725 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 KXN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2015 127,725 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2014 121,615 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 112,273 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 106,640 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 102,039 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2011 102,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres worn on edges

offside front tyre cut on outer sidewall

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Mar 2010 96,041 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 96,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 89,078 miles

2x front fog lamp damaged

eng oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded at mount

rear indicators white light

Fail 18 Feb 2009 89,078 miles

2x front fog lamp damaged

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

eng oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded at mount

rear indicators white light

Pass 22 Feb 2008 83,702 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 83,696 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 72,418 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2006 59,298 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 59,298 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 KXN is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KXN, 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 KXN registered?

SF03 KXN is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is SF03 KXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 KXN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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