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VU53 EUH

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

124,456 mi
Last recorded124,456 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 EUH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 124,456 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 123,289 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 121,325 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 120,045 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 118,305 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 116,922 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 115,260 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 114,060 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 114,060 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 112,582 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 110,897 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 104,365 miles

unable to test both outer body sills due to covers

Pass 2 Nov 2009 100,983 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 98,155 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 93,836 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 77,348 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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VU53 EUH is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VU53 EUH, 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 VU53 EUH?

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What year was VU53 EUH registered?

VU53 EUH is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is VU53 EUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU53 EUH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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