MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
140,715 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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play in n/s/f steering
outer sills covered
rear exhaust deteriorating
very slight play in steering and front suspension joints
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
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
both front tyres close to 1.6 legall limit
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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?
The MOT history for SY03 AXV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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