2003 Saab 9-5 3.0L Diesel · WX03 OBP
2003 Saab 9-5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 222,676 miles. MOT valid until 11 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 222,676 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WX03 OBP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/04/2026
- 222,676 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WX03 OBP 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 (WX03 OBP) between March 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))”.
WX03 OBP Mileage History
- 31/03/2023215,441 mi
- 06/04/2023215,443 mi+2 mi
- 03/04/2024220,216 mi+4,773 mi
- 13/05/2025222,291 mi+2,075 mi
- 27/04/2026222,676 mi+385 mi
Average of roughly 2,353 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: Good
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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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