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DK03 BZR

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

189,006 mi
Last recorded189,006 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 BZR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 189,006 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 188,997 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 186,508 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 186,508 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 185,279 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 182,936 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 182,936 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 182,178 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 180,974 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 178,572 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 177,327 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 175,943 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2017 174,526 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit OUTER EDGE WORN (4.1.E.1)

PLASTIC COVERS FITTED

Pass 19 Feb 2016 173,248 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 170,399 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Feb 2014 166,638 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 163,836 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 162,169 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 158,065 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 155,584 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 150,892 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 133,554 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 103,213 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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DK03 BZR is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DK03 BZR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK03 BZR registered?

DK03 BZR is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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The MOT history for DK03 BZR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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