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BU04 KKS

2004 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,984 mi
Last recorded119,984 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 KKS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 119,984 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 110,295 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 99,499 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 85,910 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 69,912 miles

n/s/f inner cv joint gaiter leaking

Fail 16 Sep 2010 69,912 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/f inner cv joint gaiter leaking

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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BU04 KKS is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol 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 BU04 KKS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 KKS registered?

BU04 KKS is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is BU04 KKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 KKS 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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