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FX53 BCE

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,305 mi
Last recorded141,305 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 BCE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2012 141,305 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 129,680 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 105,792 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 86,179 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 63,358 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 48,291 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 28,147 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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FX53 BCE is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FX53 BCE, 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 FX53 BCE registered?

FX53 BCE is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FX53 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 BCE shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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