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YT53 ZCV

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

174,668 mi
Last recorded174,668 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT53 ZCV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 174,668 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 171,720 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive At Strut Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis Leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 170,327 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 165,334 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 159,666 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 154,788 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 143,574 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 131,725 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 119,627 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 119,627 miles

Central Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Gearbox (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 109,411 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 101,013 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 94,320 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 86,271 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 81,915 miles

nearside front and offside front brake applications slightly uneven

Pass 5 Mar 2012 77,007 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 70,457 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 62,239 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 57,667 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 51,331 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 42,359 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 32,851 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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YT53 ZCV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 YT53 ZCV, 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 YT53 ZCV registered?

YT53 ZCV is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is YT53 ZCV safe to buy?

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