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EF54 GOX

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

130,889 mi
Last recorded130,889 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 GOX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 130,889 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s door mirror missing

Fail 3 Jun 2016 130,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s door mirror missing

Fail 2 Jun 2015 122,844 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 122,844 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 117,090 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 102,228 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 90,479 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2011 90,479 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 72,022 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 69,287 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 69,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 53,224 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 53,224 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 49,890 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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EF54 GOX is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 EF54 GOX, 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 EF54 GOX?

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What year was EF54 GOX registered?

EF54 GOX is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is EF54 GOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF54 GOX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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