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DX54 AFV

2004 Saab 9-3

Green Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,846 mi
Last recorded142,846 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2013
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 AFV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2013 142,846 miles

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

exhaust flexy deteriorated

front brakes worn and corroded

front tyres worn

n/s/r indicator discoloured

rear arm bushes worn

Pass 16 Jan 2012 127,419 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 111,346 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 93,359 miles

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

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

exhaust flexi pipe ratles

Fail 12 Jan 2010 93,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

exhaust flexi pipe ratles

Pass 12 Jan 2009 76,982 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 76,982 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2008 49,685 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 49,415 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 AFV is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AFV, 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 AFV registered?

DX54 AFV is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is DX54 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 AFV shows 9 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.

Does DX54 AFV have outstanding finance?

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