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VU03 VVD

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

165,699 mi
Last recorded165,699 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 VVD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2011 165,699 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 165,699 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 158,763 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 158,763 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 151,218 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 151,218 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 May 2008 141,843 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 133,477 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 105,727 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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VU03 VVD is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VU03 VVD, 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

How do I check the history of VU03 VVD?

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What year was VU03 VVD registered?

VU03 VVD is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is VU03 VVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 VVD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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