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DX53 GVW

2003 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

162,143 mi
Last recorded162,143 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 GVW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 162,143 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 148,798 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills

Fail 20 Mar 2023 148,798 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills

Pass 1 Feb 2022 141,548 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 141,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 131,199 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 118,073 miles

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

no warning lights on dash time of test

under tray fitted front

Pass 1 Jun 2018 108,031 miles

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

no lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Fail 29 May 2018 108,031 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 2 Jun 2017 92,289 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 3 Jun 2016 81,946 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 70,706 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 65,462 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 65,461 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 59,462 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 59,462 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2012 54,624 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 43,836 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 36,634 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 36,634 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 30,126 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 24,526 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 17,938 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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DX53 GVW is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 DX53 GVW, 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.

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What year was DX53 GVW registered?

DX53 GVW is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is DX53 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 GVW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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