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EF03 MJF

2004 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,923 mi
Last recorded120,923 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 MJF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 120,923 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 115,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge may need tracking. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 107,468 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 100,599 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 100,599 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 92,613 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 89,705 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 89,498 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 86,495 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 85,161 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 85,161 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres perished

Pass 13 Apr 2017 83,119 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 81,285 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 81,285 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 79,256 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 77,246 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 74,423 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2012 68,438 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 58,182 miles

all tyres becoming worn.

rear brake discs becoming worn grooved.

Pass 12 May 2010 47,676 miles

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

slight bind in rear brakes.

Fail 25 May 2009 36,711 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2009 36,711 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 20,445 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 16,165 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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EF03 MJF is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EF03 MJF, 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 EF03 MJF registered?

EF03 MJF is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 February 2004.

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The MOT history for EF03 MJF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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