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AD52 NUJ

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

118,180 mi
Last recorded118,180 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 NUJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2022 118,180 miles
Pass 9 May 2021 115,391 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 115,371 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 108,169 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 103,659 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 45,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 45,158 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 31,411 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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AD52 NUJ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 AD52 NUJ, 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

How do I check the history of AD52 NUJ?

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What year was AD52 NUJ registered?

AD52 NUJ is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is AD52 NUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 NUJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD52 NUJ have outstanding finance?

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