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WK53 AGZ

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,601 mi
Last recorded123,601 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 AGZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 123,601 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 21 Aug 2013 115,322 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side sill cover fitted

Fail 21 Aug 2013 115,322 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side sill cover fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2012 106,638 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2011 96,630 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 87,091 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 71,404 miles

Emits slight black smoke

Front brake pads slightly low

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Slight play from NSR upper stem bush

Fail 20 Aug 2008 53,603 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 20 Aug 2008 53,603 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 29 Aug 2007 35,844 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 20,413 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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WK53 AGZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WK53 AGZ, 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 WK53 AGZ registered?

WK53 AGZ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is WK53 AGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK53 AGZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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