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CW53 EAC

2004 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

202,456 mi
Last recorded202,456 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW53 EAC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2018 202,456 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

brake pipes in painted in substance

sill covers fitted offside and nearside

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components

Pass 20 Jan 2015 183,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 172,026 miles

plastic over sills fitted obscuring outer sills

rear subframe obscuring some rear break pipes

Pass 29 Jan 2013 158,316 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2013 158,315 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 147,428 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2011 131,225 miles

Front brake caliper noise when pedel depressed.

Pass 27 Jan 2010 114,287 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 114,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 100,272 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 82,079 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 61,744 miles

sills covered by trims

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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CW53 EAC is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CW53 EAC, 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 CW53 EAC registered?

CW53 EAC is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is CW53 EAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW53 EAC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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