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VK54 HXW

2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

145,362 mi
Last recorded145,362 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid95,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK54 HXW
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 145,362 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 145,362 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Handbrake efficiency requirements only just met, requires repair or adjustment.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 133,640 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2015 129,270 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 124,668 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 113,549 miles

electronic stability control malfunction warning

Fail 21 Sep 2012 113,549 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

electronic stability control malfunction warning

Pass 21 Sep 2011 99,322 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 86,301 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 74,484 miles

uneven ware to rear tyres

ware to front tyres inner edge

Fail 25 Sep 2009 74,348 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

uneven ware to rear tyres

ware to front tyres inner edge

Pass 24 Sep 2008 63,653 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 51,416 miles

Cuts in nearside rear tyre outer side wall, no cords showing.

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid?

Based on 7,269 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
8,780
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 268
coil spring broken 175
position lamp(s) not working 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 100
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VK54 HXW is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 95,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 268 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK54 HXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was VK54 HXW registered?

VK54 HXW is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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