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SN53 CUU

2003 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,459 mi
Last recorded125,459 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 CUU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 125,459 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

general underbody corrosion

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 13 Feb 2016 125,459 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

general underbody corrosion

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 116,047 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 105,260 miles

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

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

general corrosion

Fail 24 Feb 2014 105,259 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

general corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2013 95,841 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)

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

rear brake disc corrosion

rear sub frame bushes worn with slight play

Pass 8 Mar 2012 86,318 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 74,492 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 65,902 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 56,937 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 44,213 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 30,980 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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SN53 CUU is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SN53 CUU, 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 SN53 CUU registered?

SN53 CUU is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SN53 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN53 CUU shows 12 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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