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SF53 FVV

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,894 mi
Last recorded83,894 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 FVV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2011 83,894 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 74,331 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 65,183 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 55,499 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 55,499 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 43,555 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 43,555 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 30,563 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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SF53 FVV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FVV, 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

How do I check the history of SF53 FVV?

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What year was SF53 FVV registered?

SF53 FVV is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is SF53 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 FVV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF53 FVV have outstanding finance?

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