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A8 CKN

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

88,714 mi
Last recorded88,714 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 CKN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 88,714 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 86,460 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 84,574 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 81,780 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 77,911 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 73,913 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 69,950 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 69,950 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 65,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 31 Jul 2008 61,157 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 51,553 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 36,663 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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A8 CKN is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,740 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 A8 CKN, 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 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 CKN registered?

A8 CKN is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is A8 CKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 CKN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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