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FRZ 5486

2003 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

185,002 mi
Last recorded185,002 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRZ 5486
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 185,002 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front both headlamp output slightly reduced

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

driver washer jet slightly defective

Pass 15 Mar 2023 174,588 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 160,741 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 160,741 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 148,753 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolent (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 138,120 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 119,091 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 104,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2016 85,402 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 77,534 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 77,533 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2013 73,489 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 67,063 miles

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

em light on

Pass 12 Jul 2011 61,087 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)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2010 54,886 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 47,923 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2008 39,286 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 29,963 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 19,741 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

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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FRZ 5486 is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FRZ 5486, 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 FRZ 5486 registered?

FRZ 5486 is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 August 2003.

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