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BU54 BLJ

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

136,985 mi
Last recorded136,985 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 BLJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 136,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 136,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 117,869 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 110,896 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 107,529 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 107,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 90,048 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2014 90,048 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 81,169 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 81,149 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 72,611 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 72,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 66,567 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 66,567 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 5 Nov 2010 58,685 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres wearing low. (225/45yr17)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 58,685 miles

both front tyres wearing low. (225/45yr17)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 48,798 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Oct 2008 38,579 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 38,578 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Nov 2007 25,308 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BU54 BLJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU54 BLJ, 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 BU54 BLJ registered?

BU54 BLJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 October 2004.

Is BU54 BLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 BLJ shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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