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WA03 AVN

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

209,164 mi
Last recorded209,164 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 AVN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 209,164 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

coil spring corroded both rears (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 199,032 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 10 Mar 2014 193,096 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 192,193 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 187,336 miles

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

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 1 Mar 2012 187,336 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 18 Mar 2011 180,960 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 180,960 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 173,397 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 167,897 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 167,897 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 160,163 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 129,307 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 116,796 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 105,302 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 83,469 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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WA03 AVN is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WA03 AVN, 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 WA03 AVN registered?

WA03 AVN is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is WA03 AVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 AVN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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