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CA04 VRP

2004 Saab 9-3

Beige Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,104 mi
Last recorded98,104 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 VRP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 98,104 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 98,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 92,321 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 92,321 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2018 86,379 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 82,210 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 82,208 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 75,450 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 69,312 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 64,159 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 58,972 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 54,632 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 54,632 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2011 49,319 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 42,735 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 May 2009 35,927 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 May 2008 29,243 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 22,449 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 VRP is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 CA04 VRP, 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

How do I check the history of CA04 VRP?

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What year was CA04 VRP registered?

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

Is CA04 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 VRP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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