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X503 EGN

2000 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

105,730 mi
Last recorded105,730 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5107,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX503 EGN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2019 105,730 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 82,690 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 82,225 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 81,409 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 80,079 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 78,634 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 75,047 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 71,005 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 3 Sep 2012 71,000 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 31 Aug 2011 68,139 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 64,632 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 59,277 miles

Advise:n/s/r tyre sidewall perishing & has a nail in the inner edge

Advise:slight play in both rear upper suspension arm bushes

Pass 5 Sep 2008 54,425 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007

osr shock absorber weeping

Pass 11 Sep 2006 42,535 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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X503 EGN is a 2000 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 107,425 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 X503 EGN, 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 26 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X503 EGN registered?

X503 EGN is a 2000 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X503 EGN safe to buy?

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