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WX53 EVF

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,694 mi
Last recorded156,694 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 EVF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 156,694 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 153,595 miles

Oil leak ()

nearside front tyre wearing from edges

offside front tyre wearing from edges

Fail 13 Oct 2017 153,595 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak ()

nearside front tyre wearing from edges

offside front tyre wearing from edges

Pass 13 Oct 2016 145,149 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 145,149 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 137,335 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

both wipers are slight split, but only slightly smeary, benefit given.

Pass 29 May 2014 128,157 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 124,996 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Fail 29 Nov 2013 124,996 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2012 119,542 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 115,238 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 111,024 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Sep 2009 100,489 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 89,027 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 70,824 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 53,760 miles

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

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

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 EVF is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EVF, 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

How do I check the history of WX53 EVF?

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What year was WX53 EVF registered?

WX53 EVF is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is WX53 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 EVF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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