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CN03 KRD

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

209,047 mi
Last recorded209,047 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN03 KRD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 209,047 miles

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

both rear shocker top mountings corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2024 201,111 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 201,109 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 189,698 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 189,698 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 179,790 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 172,427 miles

General corrosion to all suspension components and sub frames.

O/S/F headlamp aim faint but visible.

Pass 16 Jan 2020 168,899 miles

General corrosion to all suspension components and sub frames.

O/S/F headlamp aim faint but visible.

wipers smearing slightly.

Pass 25 Jan 2019 161,611 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 152,773 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 144,348 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 144,348 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 134,232 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 122,415 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 112,177 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 112,177 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 101,909 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 93,063 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 93,063 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 82,133 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 82,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 72,704 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 66,202 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 66,202 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 53,282 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 43,202 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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CN03 KRD is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 CN03 KRD, 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.

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CN03 KRD is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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