2003 Saab 9-5 2.2L Diesel · FM03 YKD
2003 Saab 9-5 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 29 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 120,225 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,225 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FM03 YKD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2024
- 120,225 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FM03 YKD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Saab 9-5 (FM03 YKD) between October 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
FM03 YKD Mileage History
- 18/10/2022105,504 mi
- 24/10/2022105,505 mi+1 mi
- 10/01/2024113,876 mi+8,371 mi
- 17/06/2024120,224 mi+6,348 mi
- 18/06/2024120,225 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 8,829 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-5 OG
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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