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GN03 AOF

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,599 mi
Last recorded158,599 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 AOF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 158,599 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2014 144,429 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 May 2013 132,070 miles

front no plate damaged

Fail 14 May 2013 132,070 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front no plate damaged

Pass 29 May 2012 121,408 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 24 May 2011 108,784 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 98,790 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 89,308 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 89,308 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2008 79,984 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 63,228 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2006 49,281 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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GN03 AOF is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GN03 AOF, 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 GN03 AOF registered?

GN03 AOF is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is GN03 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 AOF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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