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DK04 EWV

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

188,562 mi
Last recorded188,562 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 EWV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 188,562 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 183,615 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 176,065 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 170,538 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 163,264 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 153,867 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 139,875 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 125,732 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 105,699 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 92,406 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 80,052 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 80,052 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 66,027 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2009 66,027 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 55,452 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 40,731 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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DK04 EWV is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DK04 EWV, 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.

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What year was DK04 EWV registered?

DK04 EWV is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is DK04 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 EWV shows 16 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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