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DX04 HPJ

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,446 mi
Last recorded92,446 miles
Recorded on7 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 HPJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2018 92,446 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 85,155 miles

under body has cover /tray fitted

Pass 5 May 2016 82,467 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust flexi pipe blowing

Pass 9 May 2015 76,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2015 76,235 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 68,324 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 61,907 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 56,627 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 56,627 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 50,882 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 46,203 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 39,881 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 32,120 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 25,269 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 HPJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HPJ, 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 HPJ registered?

DX04 HPJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is DX04 HPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX04 HPJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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