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DX54 AEU

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,136 mi
Last recorded171,136 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 AEU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2014 171,136 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 171,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 158,475 miles

EML light displayed

Pass 15 Nov 2012 149,520 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 133,200 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Nov 2010 112,588 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 112,588 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 84,553 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 74,724 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 74,724 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 50,305 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)

both rear tyres slightly perished/split

drivers seatbelt slow to retract

kerb damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall

Pass 1 Oct 2007 39,168 miles

chunk out of nsf tyre but not down to cords

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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DX54 AEU is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 DX54 AEU, 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

How do I check the history of DX54 AEU?

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What year was DX54 AEU registered?

DX54 AEU is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is DX54 AEU safe to buy?

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