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EO52 UAK

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,041 mi
Last recorded58,041 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO52 UAK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2008 58,041 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

nearside front inner driveshaft boot insecure and leaking

Pass 24 Oct 2007 52,629 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

handbrake release intermittant

Pass 24 Mar 2006 41,572 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 41,572 miles

Centre Brake lever locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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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EO52 UAK is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,740 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 EO52 UAK, 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 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EO52 UAK?

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What year was EO52 UAK registered?

EO52 UAK is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is EO52 UAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO52 UAK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EO52 UAK have outstanding finance?

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