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HS03 OBF

2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,616 mi
Last recorded146,616 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp81,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS03 OBF
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 175 Bhp
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2013 146,616 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2013 146,616 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 132,135 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 11 Feb 2011 120,763 miles

front discs corroded and worn

front tyres wearing on inner edges

front wipers smeary

rear tyre tread distorted

Pass 29 Jan 2010 118,228 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 104,697 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 83,235 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 65,788 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp?

Based on 2,133 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
6,778
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
position lamp(s) not working 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
coil spring incomplete 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
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HS03 OBF is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 81,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HS03 OBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HS03 OBF registered?

HS03 OBF is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is HS03 OBF safe to buy?

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