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NL54 MDF

2004 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,803 mi
Last recorded132,803 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp85,658 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL54 MDF
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear 150 Bhp
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 132,803 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 132,803 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 129,651 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 125,684 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 119,470 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 111,144 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 101,125 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 90,820 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2014 82,089 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 82,062 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 76,589 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 68,313 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 60,713 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)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 51,588 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 51,587 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 48,262 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 48,260 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 44,627 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp?

Based on 5,198 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
6,129
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 184
coil spring broken 106
position lamp(s) not working 102
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 92
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
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NL54 MDF is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 85,658 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NL54 MDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NL54 MDF registered?

NL54 MDF is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp, first registered on 14 September 2004.

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