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FJ04 MVE

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,452 mi
Last recorded120,452 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 MVE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 120,452 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 120,370 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 117,722 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 117,149 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 114,787 miles
Pass 22 May 2022 110,081 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 103,963 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 99,505 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 91,214 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 70,937 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 63,988 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 63,751 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 63,751 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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FJ04 MVE is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FJ04 MVE, 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

How do I check the history of FJ04 MVE?

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What year was FJ04 MVE registered?

FJ04 MVE is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is FJ04 MVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ04 MVE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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