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WA53 CTF

2003 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,347 mi
Last recorded147,347 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 CTF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2012 147,347 miles

Nearside Rear 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 5 Jan 2012 135,117 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2012 135,117 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 112,968 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2010 112,916 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 92,965 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 72,893 miles

NSF TYRE HAS DAMAGE TO WALL

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 58,922 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 51,501 miles

nsr seat belt not checked as baby seat fitted, note.

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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WA53 CTF is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,958cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WA53 CTF, 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 WA53 CTF?

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What year was WA53 CTF registered?

WA53 CTF is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WA53 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 CTF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA53 CTF have outstanding finance?

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