2003 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · WV52 BDU
2003 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 21 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 189,978 miles. MOT expired on 05 Jun 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Jun 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 189,978 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WV52 BDU Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2022
- 189,978 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.
WV52 BDU 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 (WV52 BDU) between June 2022 and June 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 June 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
WV52 BDU Mileage History
- 06/06/2022189,978 mi
- 06/06/2022189,978 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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