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AD04 XBX

2004 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,177 mi
Last recorded38,177 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 XBX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 38,177 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 36,794 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 36,321 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 35,960 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 35,164 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 33,655 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 32,462 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 30,089 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 27,612 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 27,007 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 26,385 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 25,799 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 24,983 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 23,907 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 22,941 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 21,728 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 19,115 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,877 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 14,649 miles

both front tyres worn close to the legal limit on the outer edges

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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AD04 XBX is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc 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 AD04 XBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD04 XBX?

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What year was AD04 XBX registered?

AD04 XBX is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 June 2004.

Is AD04 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 XBX shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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