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DK04 EWY

2004 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,183 mi
Last recorded94,183 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 EWY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 94,183 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 88,475 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 86,819 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 83,121 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 67,798 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorated exhaust back box hanger sitting out of one rubber hanger causing slight damage to underside of bumper. refitted rubber to hanger

slight dampness of oil around engine and gearbox

Fail 2 Aug 2013 67,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front exhaust flexi deteriorated exhaust back box hanger sitting out of one rubber hanger causing slight damage to underside of bumper. refitted rubber to hanger

slight dampness of oil around engine and gearbox

Pass 2 Aug 2012 58,846 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 52,401 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 45,587 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 39,986 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 31,996 miles

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 Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Sep 2008 31,996 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 24,469 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 20,127 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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)

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 EWY is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EWY, 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 DK04 EWY registered?

DK04 EWY is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is DK04 EWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 EWY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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