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RX53 OPB

2004 Saab 9-5 Aero

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,468 mi
Last recorded161,468 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 OPB
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2012 161,468 miles

engine management light on

Fail 4 Sep 2012 161,363 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

engine management light on

rear exhaust heat shield rusty

Pass 3 Sep 2011 149,682 miles

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

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

engine management light illuminated indicating a fault

wiper blades may need replacing in the near future.

Pass 31 Aug 2010 137,843 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 127,233 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 127,228 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 31 Dec 2009 127,086 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

n/s/f tyre has slight cut in the outer side wall

Pass 3 Jan 2009 108,687 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 75,002 miles

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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RX53 OPB is a 2004 Saab 9-5 Aero in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RX53 OPB, 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 22 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX53 OPB registered?

RX53 OPB is a 2004 Saab 9-5 Aero, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is RX53 OPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 OPB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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