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XCZ 4748

2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

185,393 mi
Last recorded185,393 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid84,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCZ 4748
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Tid
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Mar 2024 185,393 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 175,151 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 170,673 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 165,176 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 165,130 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Tid?

Based on 774 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
7,727
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 9
position lamp(s) not working 7
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XCZ 4748 is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 84,098 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 Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XCZ 4748, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XCZ 4748 registered?

XCZ 4748 is a 2004 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is XCZ 4748 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCZ 4748 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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