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FV54 JJK

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,996 mi
Last recorded136,996 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 JJK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 136,996 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 132,765 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 132,764 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 May 2014 125,594 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

o/s/f tyre cracking

Fail 17 Mar 2014 125,401 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 118,560 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

airbag light on

windscreen scratched

Fail 18 Mar 2013 118,529 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

airbag light on

windscreen scratched

Pass 15 Mar 2012 99,280 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 88,852 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 75,653 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 57,897 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 43,059 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 43,059 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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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FV54 JJK is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV54 JJK, 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.

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What year was FV54 JJK registered?

FV54 JJK is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 November 2004.

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