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DX53 GWM

2003 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,693 mi
Last recorded124,693 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 GWM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 124,693 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 124,693 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 119,010 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 119,010 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 113,715 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 109,606 miles

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)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 104,720 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 95,710 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 82,975 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 82,301 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 55,749 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 39,137 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Apr 2008 13,015 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 5,969 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 5,294 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 GWM is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GWM, 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 GWM registered?

DX53 GWM is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is DX53 GWM safe to buy?

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