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FX03 GFZ

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

203,566 mi
Last recorded203,566 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 GFZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 203,566 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating

rear exhaust rubbers deteriorating, nearing the end of their life

Fail 26 Apr 2012 185,192 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

oil leak

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 26 Apr 2012 185,192 miles

rear brake discs slightly worn

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

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

oil leak

Pass 23 May 2011 147,539 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs worn

uneven wear on rear tyres

Pass 28 Apr 2010 134,584 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 121,930 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 11,252 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

engine managment light on , front brake discs heavily worn/lipped , outer sills covered in plastic trim , both front tyres worn to 1.6mm tread , rear brake discs corroded/pitted/worn , rear brake pads worn low , brake fluid level low

Pass 22 Apr 2008 111,252 miles

engine managment light on , front brake discs heavily worn/lipped , outer sills covered in plastic trim , both front tyres worn to 1.6mm tread , rear brake discs corroded/pitted/worn , rear brake pads worn low , brake fluid level low

Pass 30 Apr 2007 95,411 miles

stone chip in screen †different speed rated tyres fitted to rear axel †outer sills cover in plastic trim †engine under tray fitted †rear brake discs worn †slight play iin steering †front brake pads worn low †front brake discs worn

Pass 26 Apr 2006 78,408 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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FX03 GFZ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FX03 GFZ, 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.

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What year was FX03 GFZ registered?

FX03 GFZ is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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