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AE54 UFL

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

120,306 mi
Last recorded120,306 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 UFL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2013 120,306 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 120,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 111,060 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

play in steering rack

Fail 17 Oct 2012 111,049 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nail in nearside rear tyre

play in steering rack

Pass 7 Oct 2011 101,883 miles

offside front seat belt slow to retract

play in nearside of steering rack, slight play in offside of steering rack

slight play in offside rear suspension bush

Fail 7 Oct 2011 101,883 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre pressure low

offside front seat belt slow to retract

play in nearside of steering rack, slight play in offside of steering rack

slight play in offside rear suspension bush

Pass 8 Oct 2010 93,683 miles

play in both sides rear suspension bushes

play in steering rack

Fail 23 Sep 2010 93,503 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

engine management light on

play in steering rack

Pass 28 Sep 2009 83,030 miles

engine management light on

play in steering rack

Pass 10 Sep 2008 70,281 miles

play in steering rack

slight play in both sides rear suspension bushes

Pass 26 Sep 2007 51,447 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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AE54 UFL is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 AE54 UFL, 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

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What year was AE54 UFL registered?

AE54 UFL is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is AE54 UFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 UFL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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