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YX03 KNK

2003 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

289,301 mi
Last recorded289,301 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 KNK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 289,301 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 279,321 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 268,805 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 263,643 miles

All brake pipes undersealed

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

Fail 27 Sep 2016 263,643 miles

All brake pipes undersealed

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 258,711 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 251,725 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 244,208 miles

All brake pipes greased under the vehicle

Both rear tyres slihtly perished on the inner edges

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2012 229,868 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 215,191 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine oil leak dripping onto exhaust

Pass 23 Jul 2010 195,198 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 170,313 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 142,644 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 118,452 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2006 94,985 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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YX03 KNK is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YX03 KNK, 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 YX03 KNK registered?

YX03 KNK is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is YX03 KNK safe to buy?

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