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FM03 WKD

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,500 mi
Last recorded119,500 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 WKD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 119,500 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 114,018 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 106,917 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 99,486 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 92,933 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 92,932 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres wearing on shoulders,

Pass 12 Aug 2013 85,864 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 77,463 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2012 77,462 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 69,139 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 62,654 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 58,208 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 53,158 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 53,158 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 47,659 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 35,515 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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FM03 WKD is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FM03 WKD, 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 FM03 WKD registered?

FM03 WKD is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is FM03 WKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 WKD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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