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DX54 MLU

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

216,750 mi
Last recorded216,750 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2013 216,750 miles

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 216,750 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 201,823 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 201,394 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 177,706 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 136,286 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 136,286 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 128,593 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2009 128,593 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 77,860 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)

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 MLU is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MLU, 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.

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What year was DX54 MLU registered?

DX54 MLU is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 November 2004.

Is DX54 MLU safe to buy?

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