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OY53 VFK

2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,840 mi
Last recorded100,840 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp81,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 VFK
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 175 Bhp
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2018 100,840 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2016 97,584 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 92,813 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 83,523 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 72,618 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 62,325 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 48,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 42,853 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 33,588 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 27,864 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Sep 2007 22,305 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 20 Sep 2006 14,834 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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OY53 VFK is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OY53 VFK, 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 OY53 VFK registered?

OY53 VFK is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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