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DRZ 7482

2003 Saab 9-3

Blue Other 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,647 mi
Last recorded118,647 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 7482
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 118,647 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 118,958 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2024 117,482 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 115,915 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 114,604 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 112,397 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 106,831 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 103,015 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 100,015 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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DRZ 7482 is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DRZ 7482, 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

How do I check the history of DRZ 7482?

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What year was DRZ 7482 registered?

DRZ 7482 is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is DRZ 7482 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 7482 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRZ 7482 have outstanding finance?

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