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FJ54 TXC

2004 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

120,819 mi
Last recorded120,819 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 TXC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 120,819 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 120,819 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides, (3.5.1g)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides, (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 113,230 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak ()

wiper blade ends split

Pass 3 Oct 2015 105,994 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2014 102,746 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2013 98,387 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2013 98,387 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 86,825 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 76,175 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 64,519 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 52,807 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 30 Sep 2009 52,771 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Sep 2008 42,355 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 33,154 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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FJ54 TXC is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FJ54 TXC, 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 FJ54 TXC registered?

FJ54 TXC is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is FJ54 TXC safe to buy?

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