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SF53 EEU

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

82,589 mi
Last recorded82,589 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 EEU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 82,589 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underside including suspension components and exhaust corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2018 82,586 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underside including suspension components and exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2017 79,155 miles

Exhaust silencer boxes corroded

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front ABS ring corroded

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Suspension components corroded

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 75,624 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 72,489 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 68,251 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Nov 2014 68,251 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 64,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

complete underside of vehicle has had a recent coating of underseal

Pass 6 Nov 2012 59,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

non visible brake pipes cannot be checked for condition.

offside and nearside front and rear suspension strut casings corroded.

Pass 15 Nov 2011 53,337 miles

condition of hidden brake pipes cant be checked.

Pass 5 Nov 2010 46,634 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 39,721 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 32,529 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 31,996 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 27,096 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 22,411 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 22,398 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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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SF53 EEU is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SF53 EEU, 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 SF53 EEU registered?

SF53 EEU is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is SF53 EEU safe to buy?

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