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LG03 WXV

2003 Saab 9-5 Aero

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

131,817 mi
Last recorded131,817 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2008
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-5 Aero99,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 WXV
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2008 131,817 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2008 131,724 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2007 118,736 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 92,052 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 91,600 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

n/s/f side lamp not working

rear discs slighty worn

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero?

Based on 703 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
8,559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 17
position lamp(s) not working 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
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LG03 WXV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 Aero in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-5 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 99,347 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG03 WXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG03 WXV?

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What year was LG03 WXV registered?

LG03 WXV is a 2003 Saab 9-5 Aero, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is LG03 WXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 WXV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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