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CA04 VRK

2004 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

94,555 mi
Last recorded94,555 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 VRK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 94,555 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 89,783 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 4 May 2017 89,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect cloudy may require polish (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect cloudy may require polish (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 6 Nov 2015 83,044 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

has oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2014 77,776 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2013 68,233 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Dec 2012 63,144 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 63,144 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 58,707 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 58,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 53,391 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 46,165 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 46,165 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 41,924 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 41,924 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 34,822 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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CA04 VRK is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CA04 VRK, 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 CA04 VRK registered?

CA04 VRK is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is CA04 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 VRK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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