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SY03 AYC

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,440 mi
Last recorded173,440 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 AYC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 173,440 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 173,440 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 164,371 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 156,378 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 156,377 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 145,033 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 143,595 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 129,838 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 111,772 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 106,770 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 103,867 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 100,071 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 95,619 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 74,181 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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SY03 AYC is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY03 AYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY03 AYC registered?

SY03 AYC is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is SY03 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 AYC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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