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DX04 KVY

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

146,532 mi
Last recorded146,532 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 KVY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 146,532 miles

Front exhaust heat shield loose

Noise from suspendion top mounts ,springs not broken furthrt investigation needed

Fail 12 Aug 2021 146,532 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced NEEDS MOPP (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front exhaust heat shield loose

Noise from suspendion top mounts ,springs not broken furthrt investigation needed

Pass 7 Aug 2020 141,212 miles

engine oily

Fail 5 Aug 2020 141,209 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine oily

Pass 6 Aug 2019 136,372 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 136,367 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 129,820 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 129,702 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 115,985 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 115,982 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 107,652 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 99,317 miles
Fail 27 May 2015

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 May 2014 91,615 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 91,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 May 2013 84,459 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 84,459 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 77,279 miles

o/s/f tyre has been run flat.

Fail 5 May 2012 77,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

o/s/f tyre has been run flat.

Pass 2 Aug 2011 72,336 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 64,143 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 64,143 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 61,686 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2008 60,005 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 59,892 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2007 35,008 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Long travel on handbrake.

Nearside 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)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 KVY is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 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 KVY, 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 KVY registered?

DX04 KVY is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is DX04 KVY safe to buy?

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