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BL53 JNK

2004 Saab 9-3

Beige Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

166,595 mi
Last recorded166,595 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 JNK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2012 166,595 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 156,298 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 156,298 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 137,574 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 121,722 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 91,943 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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BL53 JNK is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BL53 JNK, 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 BL53 JNK registered?

BL53 JNK is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 February 2004.

Is BL53 JNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 JNK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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