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RE53 OHJ

2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

122,678 mi
Last recorded122,678 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp86,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 OHJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 122,678 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 112,059 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 104,481 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2017 104,479 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 96,373 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 87,378 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2015 87,370 miles

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 80,177 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 71,849 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 66,706 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

offside front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 1 Oct 2011 63,104 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 63,104 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 56,169 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 47,840 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 40,719 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 35,950 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 35,930 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 31,515 miles

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

Based on 6,808 MOT tests across 533 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
533
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 166
position lamp(s) not working 115
coil spring broken 110
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 64
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RE53 OHJ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 86,656 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE53 OHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RE53 OHJ registered?

RE53 OHJ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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