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VX03 AXR

2003 Saab 9-5

Beige Petrol 2230cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

211,459 mi
Last recorded211,459 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 AXR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,230cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 211,459 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 211,459 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 196,639 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 11 Jun 2015 180,949 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2014 165,794 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 150,078 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 150,078 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 134,492 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 120,068 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 110,980 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 110,980 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 105,110 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 95,200 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 81,482 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 59,499 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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VX03 AXR is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 2,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VX03 AXR, 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 VX03 AXR registered?

VX03 AXR is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is VX03 AXR safe to buy?

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