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FV03 CPX

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,427 mi
Last recorded124,427 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 CPX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2012 124,427 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 114,644 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Aug 2010 100,324 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 85,944 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Jul 2009

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 74,532 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 62,008 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 45,942 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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FV03 CPX is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV03 CPX, 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

How do I check the history of FV03 CPX?

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What year was FV03 CPX registered?

FV03 CPX is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FV03 CPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 CPX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV03 CPX have outstanding finance?

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