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EU53 HVR

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

201,247 mi
Last recorded201,247 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 HVR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 201,247 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 191,914 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer edge (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perrish

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer edge (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre starting to perrish

coolant level low

Fail 30 Oct 2015 191,914 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer edge (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perrish

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer edge (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre starting to perrish

coolant level low

Pass 29 Sep 2014 169,867 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel filler neck damp, no visable leak. Sill covers fitted.

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

O/S/F brake hose slightly insecure (Recommend attention soon)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Small chips in windscreen.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 150,520 miles

Engine cover / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Fail 28 Sep 2013 150,520 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Brakes ; o/s/r brake pad worn thin at limit

Engine cover / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Note ; unable to spin check o/s/r wheel bearing due to binding brake

Pass 2 Oct 2012 135,422 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 115,894 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre wearing inner edge quite badly

Pass 3 Sep 2010 112,226 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres wearing low on inner edge

Pass 29 Jul 2009 107,806 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 104,989 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 96,075 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 72,472 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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EU53 HVR is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EU53 HVR, 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.

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What year was EU53 HVR registered?

EU53 HVR is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is EU53 HVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 HVR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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