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A1 APK

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

13,917 mi
Last recorded13,917 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 APK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 13,917 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 13,905 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 13,692 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 13,680 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 13,487 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2022 13,487 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 13,257 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 13,137 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 12,814 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 12,641 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 12,308 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 12,141 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 11,876 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,273 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 10,890 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 10,794 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 8,931 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 7,592 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 6,845 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 6,274 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 4,685 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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A1 APK is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 84,481 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 APK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A1 APK registered?

A1 APK is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is A1 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 APK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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