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EU04 HGA

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

108,485 mi
Last recorded108,485 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU04 HGA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 108,485 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 108,479 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2019 106,621 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 104,556 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 101,068 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 96,095 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 90,694 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 86,026 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 80,801 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 80,801 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 74,687 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 66,394 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 56,695 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 56,695 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 47,301 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 39,036 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 30,290 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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EU04 HGA is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EU04 HGA, 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.

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What year was EU04 HGA registered?

EU04 HGA is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is EU04 HGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU04 HGA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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