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AO54 DLU

2004 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,028 mi
Last recorded92,028 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 DLU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 92,028 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 92,027 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2021 88,821 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 88,819 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 86,757 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 86,001 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 85,782 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 81,676 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 81,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 75,473 miles

exhaust clamp corroding

Pass 9 Nov 2012 69,016 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 63,067 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

airbag warning light on

Pass 3 Aug 2010 56,153 miles

air bag warning on

Pass 6 Jul 2009 48,498 miles

Airbag light on

Pass 11 Apr 2008 40,234 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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AO54 DLU is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO54 DLU, 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.

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What year was AO54 DLU registered?

AO54 DLU is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is AO54 DLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO54 DLU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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