MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
193,375 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Both front dip beam patterns weak due to headlamp plastic deteriorated
Engine covers fitted
Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Nearside rear tyre worn on edges
Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge 225/45/17
Under trays fitted
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Both front dip beam patterns weak due to headlamp plastic deteriorated
Engine covers fitted
Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Nearside rear tyre worn on edges
Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge 225/45/17
Under trays fitted
Both rear tyres starting to go out of shape on inner edge
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
O/S/R brake just starting to bind when turned by hand.
Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
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AY53 MHX is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 AY53 MHX, 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 AY53 MHX registered?
AY53 MHX is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 September 2003.
Is AY53 MHX safe to buy?
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