2003 Saab 9-5 3.0L Diesel · EK03 CVV
2003 Saab 9-5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 26 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 147,587 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Jan 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,587 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EK03 CVV Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2022
- 147,587 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EK03 CVV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Saab 9-5 (EK03 CVV) between January 2022 and January 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 January 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
EK03 CVV Mileage History
- 07/01/2022147,587 mi
- 20/01/2022147,587 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-5 OG
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Oil Sludge (B205/B235)Serious
Identical issue to the 9-3 OG; the 9-5 is actually more prone to this due to higher engine bay temperatures.
- Rear Trailing Arm BushesModerate
Worn rear bushes lead to poor tracking and high tyre wear.
- Turbocharger FailureSerious
All 9-5 engines use a turbocharger, and lack of maintenance or oil sludge can cause premature turbo bearing failure. A blown turbo can send oil into the intake or exhaust, causing smoke and potential engine damage.
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