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DX54 AEZ

2004 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,118 mi
Last recorded109,118 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 AEZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 109,118 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Front Oil leak engine bay ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 99,509 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Nov 2016 99,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Nov 2015 87,744 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Nov 2015 87,744 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2014 65,490 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 58,189 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 58,189 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 52,084 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 49,672 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2011 49,672 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2010 41,631 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 34,109 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 34,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 28,426 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 AEZ is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DX54 AEZ, 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 DX54 AEZ registered?

DX54 AEZ is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is DX54 AEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 AEZ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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