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FD52 JZR

2003 Saab 9-3 Linear Tid

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,799 mi
Last recorded87,799 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2007
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear Tid89,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 JZR
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear Tid
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2007 87,799 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 76,076 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 75,012 miles

Rear Upper Radius arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

condition of front and rear discs

front brake pads wearing low borderline

front brakes out of balance 22% borderline

plastic covers fitted under vehicle inspection limited

rear brake balance borderline

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear Tid?

Based on 245 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
12,724
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
coil spring fractured 5
position lamp(s) not working 5
registration plate deteriorated 4
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FD52 JZR is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear Tid in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 89,713 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Linear Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD52 JZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD52 JZR registered?

FD52 JZR is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear Tid, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is FD52 JZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 JZR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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