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EK54 FPT

2004 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

186,309 mi
Last recorded186,309 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK54 FPT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2025 186,309 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 179,539 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 172,752 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 165,460 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 155,964 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 150,861 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 140,898 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 133,381 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 125,840 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 118,141 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 109,695 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 100,346 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 90,636 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 80,530 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 71,159 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 62,594 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 50,779 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 40,938 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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EK54 FPT is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK54 FPT, 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 EK54 FPT?

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What year was EK54 FPT registered?

EK54 FPT is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is EK54 FPT safe to buy?

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