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A20 PKH

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

170,204 mi
Last recorded170,204 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 PKH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 170,204 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension has surface corrosion

under body has surface corrosion

Fail 27 Aug 2021 170,204 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension has surface corrosion

under body has surface corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2020 169,486 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 168,156 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 168,148 miles

Front All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 163,765 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 160,313 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 157,098 miles

slight play in nearside front anti roll bar link pin balljoint

slight play in offside front anti roll bar centre mounting bracket. as marked

Pass 7 Jan 2016 151,437 miles

Engine cover/under tray fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2014 148,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 145,979 miles

misting of oil from gearbox area

Pass 26 Aug 2012 139,708 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2011 119,043 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2011 119,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 102,519 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 102,519 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 82,724 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 82,724 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 63,156 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 63,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2007 43,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A20 PKH is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A20 PKH, 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 A20 PKH registered?

A20 PKH is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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