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DX03 JPU

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,427 mi
Last recorded73,427 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 JPU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 73,427 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

centre exhaust bracket missing but system still supported

engine management light on

Pass 15 Mar 2013 64,302 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on

seatbelt retracting mechanisms require attention soon

Pass 15 Mar 2012 55,914 miles

center exhaust mounting missing

n/s/f tyer getting close to wear bars

n/s/r tyer worn on iner

Fail 9 Mar 2012 55,598 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

center exhaust mounting missing

n/s/f tyer getting close to wear bars

n/s/r tyer worn on iner

Pass 1 Oct 2010 38,050 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 38,050 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 36,178 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 36,135 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 34,354 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 34,354 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 31,030 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 25,600 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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DX03 JPU is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX03 JPU, 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 DX03 JPU?

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What year was DX03 JPU registered?

DX03 JPU is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is DX03 JPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 JPU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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