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DX04 HRJ

2004 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

114,040 mi
Last recorded114,040 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2010
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 HRJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2010 114,040 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 114,040 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front foglight not working

Pass 5 Jun 2009 103,419 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 96,321 miles

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

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2007 80,660 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 80,660 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 79,988 miles

some wear in both sides rear suspension upper bushes. †unable to test lh rear seat belt due to child seat.

Fail 9 May 2007 79,988 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

unable to test rh headlamp aim. †unable to test lh rear seat belt due to child seat.

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 HRJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 DX04 HRJ, 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 DX04 HRJ registered?

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

Is DX04 HRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX04 HRJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX04 HRJ have outstanding finance?

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