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EK54 FRD

2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,856 mi
Last recorded147,856 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto92,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK54 FRD
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 147,856 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 134,861 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 124,930 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 109,799 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 102,439 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 102,438 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2010 91,738 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 83,730 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 83,730 miles

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

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)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 71,699 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 71,457 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 53,900 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/f tyre wall damaged

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto?

Based on 2,900 MOT tests across 260 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
7,671
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 67
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 61
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 24
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EK54 FRD is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 92,082 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK54 FRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EK54 FRD registered?

EK54 FRD is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto, first registered on 22 October 2004.

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