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BU54 WGD

2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,257 mi
Last recorded103,257 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp78,656 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 WGD
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 103,257 miles

rear brake pads low

rear suspension lower bushes have play

Pass 10 Jun 2016 98,520 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

all tyres worn on edges

Pass 30 Apr 2014 94,877 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 94,871 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 91,778 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 91,777 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 90,310 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 86,578 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 80,956 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 80,956 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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BU54 WGD is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 78,656 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 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 BU54 WGD, 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 22 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 BU54 WGD registered?

BU54 WGD is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp, first registered on 10 November 2004.

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