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FH52 FOK

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

178,023 mi
Last recorded178,023 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 FOK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2018 178,023 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 175,351 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 172,370 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush boom rang arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 170,380 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 167,198 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 164,230 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 155,006 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r staop lamp has a crack

Pass 10 Feb 2011 146,365 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 130,075 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 112,837 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 100,146 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 78,745 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 71,201 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s rear tyre tread worn lumpy

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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FH52 FOK 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 100%.

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 FH52 FOK, 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

How do I check the history of FH52 FOK?

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What year was FH52 FOK registered?

FH52 FOK is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is FH52 FOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 FOK shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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