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BX53 PCZ

2003 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,416 mi
Last recorded132,416 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 PCZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 132,416 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 119,702 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 110,262 miles

rear both sides discs got lip onit

Fail 3 Apr 2014 110,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

rear both sides discs got lip onit

Pass 7 Mar 2013 98,379 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 98,379 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 91,073 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2010 69,871 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 58,254 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 48,338 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 40,441 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2006 31,544 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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BX53 PCZ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BX53 PCZ, 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

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What year was BX53 PCZ registered?

BX53 PCZ is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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