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BK03 YBW

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,868 mi
Last recorded113,868 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 YBW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2012 113,868 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 101,768 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 90,270 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 65,807 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 35,211 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 80,192 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres feathered on inner edges

Pass 3 Mar 2006 58,201 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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BK03 YBW is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK03 YBW, 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 BK03 YBW?

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What year was BK03 YBW registered?

BK03 YBW is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is BK03 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 YBW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK03 YBW have outstanding finance?

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