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A322 JOY

2004 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,143 mi
Last recorded24,143 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA322 JOY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 24,143 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 23,545 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 23,307 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 22,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre, and tyre worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 22,017 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 20,961 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 20,391 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 19,163 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 17,866 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 16,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre split on inner sidewall. No cords showing.

Pass 16 Sep 2015 16,018 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 14,820 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 13,688 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 12,627 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Sep 2011 11,956 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 10,486 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,347 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 6,871 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 5,337 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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A322 JOY is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A322 JOY, 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 A322 JOY registered?

A322 JOY is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is A322 JOY safe to buy?

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