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FX03 HYB

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,082 mi
Last recorded71,082 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 HYB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 71,082 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 65,193 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 59,884 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2014 59,884 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 56,616 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 52,478 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine managment light on

rear middle brake light lens missing but temperoy tape

Pass 5 Feb 2011 49,487 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 47,348 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 41,521 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 35,431 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 28,591 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 20,659 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 HYB is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HYB, 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 HYB registered?

FX03 HYB is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is FX03 HYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 HYB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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