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FR03 CWE

2003 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

155,033 mi
Last recorded155,033 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR03 CWE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 155,033 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 144,695 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 131,311 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 117,939 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 105,996 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 98,160 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 91,180 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 82,938 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 69,578 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 69,578 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 59,178 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 48,323 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 39,414 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 29,175 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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FR03 CWE is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FR03 CWE, 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 FR03 CWE registered?

FR03 CWE is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2003.

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The MOT history for FR03 CWE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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