2003 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · WX03 OBU
2003 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 22 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 91,075 miles. MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Aug 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,075 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WX03 OBU Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/11/2024
- 91,075 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WX03 OBU 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 (WX03 OBU) between August 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 November 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
WX03 OBU Mileage History
- 31/08/202291,022 mi
- 08/11/202491,075 mi+53 mi
Average of roughly 24 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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