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SN03 UPD

2003 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,665 mi
Last recorded99,665 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 UPD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 99,665 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 91,476 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 91,476 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 87,314 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 87,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 81,663 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 77,216 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear trailing arm bush deteriorated

Offside Rear trailing arm bush deteriorated

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear wiper blade torn

Pass 28 May 2019 74,875 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 70,803 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 67,161 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 62,620 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 59,731 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 54,553 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2013 48,480 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 46,545 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 46,545 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 40,667 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 37,133 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 28,890 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 23,003 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 23 May 2006 18,736 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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SN03 UPD is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel 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 SN03 UPD, 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 SN03 UPD registered?

SN03 UPD is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is SN03 UPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN03 UPD 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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