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BW04 UZG

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

73,062 mi
Last recorded73,062 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW04 UZG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 73,062 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 72,506 miles

Rear both shockers corroded

Rear corrosion to rear subframe but not seriously weakened

Pass 13 Jun 2022 71,638 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 70,580 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 70,580 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 69,834 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 68,584 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 66,257 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 63,922 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 63,922 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2016 61,100 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 58,381 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 58,381 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 55,319 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 51,635 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 47,820 miles

o/s/r tyre worn uneven on the inner edge

Pass 18 May 2011 43,492 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 43,484 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2010 40,194 miles

ns sill/door damaged

Pass 2 Jun 2009 35,829 miles

alloys scuffed/scratched

Pass 4 Jun 2008 31,882 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE CUT ON SIDEWALL

Fail 4 Jun 2008 31,882 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE CUT ON SIDEWALL

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 24,081 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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BW04 UZG is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BW04 UZG, 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 BW04 UZG registered?

BW04 UZG is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is BW04 UZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW04 UZG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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