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V603 DBV

1999 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,320 mi
Last recorded72,320 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV603 DBV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 72,320 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 70,992 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 69,487 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 68,479 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 67,610 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 67,610 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 66,687 miles

Oil leak heavy leak ()

Pass 16 Aug 2016 65,670 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Aug 2015 64,588 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 63,375 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2014 63,375 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2013 61,720 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2012 60,108 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 60,025 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 58,035 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 56,256 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 56,256 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 54,472 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2008 52,508 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 48,280 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 44,873 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 42,358 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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V603 DBV is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 110,962 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 V603 DBV, 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 27 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V603 DBV registered?

V603 DBV is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V603 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V603 DBV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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