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FG03 LBY

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,153 mi
Last recorded113,153 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 LBY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2013 113,153 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

windscreen washers weak but sufficient

Pass 21 Aug 2012 106,921 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

rear discs corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2011 101,231 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside rear brake disc rusty

rear suspension top bush slight play

Fail 24 Aug 2011 101,231 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

nearside rear brake disc rusty

rear suspension top bush slight play

Pass 25 Aug 2010 96,261 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 87,004 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 82,342 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 71,436 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 71,436 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2007 62,481 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 May 2006 51,407 miles

front inner pads getting low????????

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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FG03 LBY is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FG03 LBY, 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

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What year was FG03 LBY registered?

FG03 LBY is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is FG03 LBY safe to buy?

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