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WX53 DXV

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,648 mi
Last recorded138,648 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 DXV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 138,648 miles

ns mirror damaged

Pass 18 Sep 2013 127,211 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

headlights on low limits

slight damage nearside front tyre

slight distortion rear brakes

slight fraying drivers seatbelt

Pass 19 Sep 2012 117,056 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2011 106,455 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 95,496 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Sep 2010 95,330 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s front tyre cut on outer side wall.

Pass 7 Sep 2009 87,474 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

small cuts in rear tyres not to cords

Pass 13 Sep 2008 77,218 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 70,376 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 64,332 miles

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

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

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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WX53 DXV is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WX53 DXV, 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 WX53 DXV registered?

WX53 DXV is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is WX53 DXV safe to buy?

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