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DK54 LXE

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

120,799 mi
Last recorded120,799 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK54 LXE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 120,799 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 110,195 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 110,185 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 100,032 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 89,466 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 78,847 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 66,954 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 59,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 49,791 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Dec 2008 39,258 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 29,152 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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DK54 LXE is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DK54 LXE, 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 DK54 LXE registered?

DK54 LXE is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is DK54 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK54 LXE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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