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DX53 GXD

2003 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

161,262 mi
Last recorded161,262 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 GXD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 161,262 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 161,262 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 159,447 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 157,272 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 157,272 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 156,074 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 154,228 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear both upper shock mounts partially deterriated

Pass 23 Aug 2021 152,670 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

advise condition of rear shock absorber top mounts

Pass 10 Aug 2020 151,426 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all four tyres showing signs of slightly cracking

corrosion to both rear shock absorber mounts

Pass 7 Aug 2019 149,782 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 148,363 miles

condition of both head lamps

Pass 1 Aug 2017 145,740 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 143,346 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 136,440 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 128,609 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

condition of front shockers

front tyre treads getting low

rear tyre treads distorted

Pass 9 Aug 2013 121,145 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 121,143 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 112,623 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 104,844 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 83,727 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 60,710 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 48,484 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 34,235 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,858 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 GXD is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GXD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX53 GXD registered?

DX53 GXD is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DX53 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 GXD shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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