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TNZ 7157

2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp

Black Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

154,130 mi
Last recorded154,130 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp78,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNZ 7157
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 154,130 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 154,102 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 147,590 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 147,488 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 145,039 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 140,952 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 127,360 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 115,981 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 106,455 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 105,802 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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TNZ 7157 is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp in Black with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 78,656 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 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TNZ 7157, 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 22 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TNZ 7157 registered?

TNZ 7157 is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp, first registered on 20 October 2004.

Is TNZ 7157 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNZ 7157 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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