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FT04 TVC

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,621 mi
Last recorded142,621 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 TVC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 142,621 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 139,112 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 135,150 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 135,150 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 133,247 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 129,492 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 125,586 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 125,513 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 120,027 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Aug 2015 111,236 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2014 102,772 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Aug 2014 102,772 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2013 94,221 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 94,070 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 85,733 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 76,821 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 67,710 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 55,650 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 46,916 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 35,081 miles

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

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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FT04 TVC is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FT04 TVC, 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 FT04 TVC?

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What year was FT04 TVC registered?

FT04 TVC is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 July 2004.

Is FT04 TVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT04 TVC shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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