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YH53 CXL

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,232 mi
Last recorded153,232 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 CXL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 153,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 127,622 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 109,173 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 101,591 miles

o/s rear tyre feathering on inner edge

Fail 6 Feb 2014 91,343 miles

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

o/s rear tyre cracking on inner edge

Pass 6 Feb 2014 91,343 miles

o/s rear tyre cracking on inner edge

Pass 27 Feb 2013 81,604 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 71,901 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 71,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 61,494 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 51,252 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 37,928 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 37,928 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 23,214 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 17,102 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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YH53 CXL is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YH53 CXL, 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 YH53 CXL registered?

YH53 CXL is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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