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DX04 FFJ

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

130,707 mi
Last recorded130,707 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 FFJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2024 130,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 122,831 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 118,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 117,108 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 117,103 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 114,939 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 114,939 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 112,995 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 111,248 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 109,237 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 106,903 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 103,348 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 103,348 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 100,757 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 100,757 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 99,210 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 99,210 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 96,682 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 92,657 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 85,416 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 89,393 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 76,502 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 54,540 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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DX04 FFJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 DX04 FFJ, 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 DX04 FFJ registered?

DX04 FFJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 May 2004.

Is DX04 FFJ safe to buy?

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