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AD04 XCG

2004 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,820 mi
Last recorded68,820 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 XCG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 68,820 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 66,743 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 61,433 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 52,576 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 48,590 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 48,590 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 47,063 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 44,627 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 41,932 miles

small cracks in rear tyre treads

Pass 21 Jun 2017 39,431 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 39,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 36,989 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 36,989 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 34,508 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 31,939 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 30,132 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 28,492 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,386 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 25,530 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 22,958 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 12,204 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 8,914 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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AD04 XCG is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 XCG, 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 XCG?

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What year was AD04 XCG registered?

AD04 XCG is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is AD04 XCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 XCG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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