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SY03 AXV

2003 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,715 mi
Last recorded140,715 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 AXV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2014 140,715 miles

play in n/s/f steering

Pass 18 Jun 2013 132,825 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 127,016 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 122,262 miles

outer sills covered

rear exhaust deteriorating

very slight play in steering and front suspension joints

Pass 27 May 2010 112,780 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 96,751 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs ridged + pads very thin

rear brake discs ridged + corroding

some play in n/s/f anti roll bar drop link

Fail 12 Jun 2009 96,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs ridged + pads very thin

rear brake discs ridged + corroding

some play in n/s/f anti roll bar drop link

Pass 10 Jun 2008 84,071 miles

both front tyres close to 1.6 legall limit

Pass 8 May 2006 66,659 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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SY03 AXV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SY03 AXV, 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.

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What year was SY03 AXV registered?

SY03 AXV is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is SY03 AXV safe to buy?

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