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AY03 OKZ

2003 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,489 mi
Last recorded60,489 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 OKZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 60,489 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 60,488 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 52,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 48,661 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 47,069 miles

Engine management light on

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 46,136 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 45,448 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 45,447 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 44,380 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 43,675 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 42,655 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 38,997 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 35,068 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 31,981 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 28,559 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 23,495 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 19,430 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 15,317 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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AY03 OKZ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 AY03 OKZ, 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.

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What year was AY03 OKZ registered?

AY03 OKZ is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is AY03 OKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 OKZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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