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VX53 UYU

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

201,523 mi
Last recorded201,523 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 UYU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 201,523 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 201,519 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 199,758 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s all. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s o/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 197,466 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 197,457 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 188,669 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust Corroded

Fail 29 Nov 2021 188,662 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust Corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2020 179,400 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 179,383 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 173,135 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 164,801 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 160,008 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 153,735 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 144,692 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Nov 2015 144,692 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 134,885 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 125,532 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 112,227 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 102,305 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 91,020 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 77,819 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 67,095 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 54,254 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 41,783 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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VX53 UYU is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 VX53 UYU, 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 VX53 UYU registered?

VX53 UYU is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is VX53 UYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 UYU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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