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EU54 NXA

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

93,139 mi
Last recorded93,139 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU54 NXA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 93,139 miles

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

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2024 88,956 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Sep 2023 86,234 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 83,681 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2021 80,248 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 77,364 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2020 77,363 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2019 73,607 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 70,442 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2018 70,442 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 65,997 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 65,997 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2016 61,294 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 55,917 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 51,307 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 45,842 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 42,381 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2011 38,389 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 38,384 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 34,964 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 29,659 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 21,508 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 13,908 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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EU54 NXA is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EU54 NXA, 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

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What year was EU54 NXA registered?

EU54 NXA is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is EU54 NXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU54 NXA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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