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VO03 UNV

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,844 mi
Last recorded94,844 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 UNV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 94,844 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 92,856 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 88,404 miles

rear tyres getting close to limit

Pass 10 Apr 2013 82,294 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 77,721 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 21 Feb 2011 71,551 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 65,972 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 57,239 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 45,395 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 34,076 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 27,029 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 27,029 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VO03 UNV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VO03 UNV, 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 VO03 UNV registered?

VO03 UNV is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is VO03 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO03 UNV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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