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YD52 XLV

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

146,525 mi
Last recorded146,525 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD52 XLV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 146,525 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear discs corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2010 137,210 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 129,343 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 119,674 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 119,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Oct 2007 109,301 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2007 109,301 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2006 97,745 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 92,221 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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YD52 XLV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc 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 YD52 XLV, 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 YD52 XLV registered?

YD52 XLV is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is YD52 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD52 XLV 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.

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