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DA03 TVX

2003 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,566 mi
Last recorded66,566 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 TVX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2013 66,566 miles

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

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

oil leak

screw in n/s/front tyre

Fail 13 Feb 2013 66,565 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

oil leak

screw in n/s/front tyre

Pass 17 Feb 2012 55,977 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 49,483 miles

rear brake discs are corroded

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

front brake discs are corroded on their outer edges

oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2010 46,598 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 45,016 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 44,250 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 40,678 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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DA03 TVX is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DA03 TVX, 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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What year was DA03 TVX registered?

DA03 TVX is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is DA03 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 TVX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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