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BU03 GVZ

2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

116,771 mi
Last recorded116,771 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp86,656 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 GVZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 116,771 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 109,470 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 109,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 98,082 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 85,756 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 78,043 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 68,014 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 68,014 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 55,584 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 47,414 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 41,376 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 35,914 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 27,772 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp?

Based on 6,808 MOT tests across 533 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
533
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 166
position lamp(s) not working 115
coil spring broken 110
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 64
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BU03 GVZ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 86,656 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 GVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 GVZ registered?

BU03 GVZ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is BU03 GVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 GVZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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