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BV53 CAU

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,149 mi
Last recorded48,149 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2007
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 CAU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2007 48,149 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 48,143 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 37,211 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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BV53 CAU is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,740 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 BV53 CAU, 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 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV53 CAU?

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What year was BV53 CAU registered?

BV53 CAU is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is BV53 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 CAU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV53 CAU have outstanding finance?

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