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DX54 AFU

2004 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

116,300 mi
Last recorded116,300 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 AFU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 116,300 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 98,410 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 94,725 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 89,200 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 89,200 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high o/s and n/s (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 76,679 miles

Nearside Front play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 1 Jul 2015 69,764 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 59,877 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2014 59,876 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 50,349 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 43,525 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 36,123 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 36,123 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 23,606 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 19,516 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 17,553 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 12,918 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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DX54 AFU is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AFU, 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 AFU?

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What year was DX54 AFU registered?

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

Is DX54 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 AFU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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