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MLZ 5448

2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp

Grey Other 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,361 mi
Last recorded109,361 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp81,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 5448
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 175 Bhp
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 109,361 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 109,797 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 107,842 miles

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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MLZ 5448 is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp in Grey with a 1,998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MLZ 5448, 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 MLZ 5448 registered?

MLZ 5448 is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is MLZ 5448 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLZ 5448 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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