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YE03 TFW

2003 Saab 9-3 Aero

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,462 mi
Last recorded57,462 miles
Recorded on14 May 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 TFW
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Aero
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2009 57,462 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

gear box oil leak

Pass 2 May 2008 47,191 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2008 47,182 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 33,830 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 25,783 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero?

Based on 678 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
5,966
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
position lamp(s) not working 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 10
coil spring broken 8
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YE03 TFW is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Aero in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE03 TFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YE03 TFW registered?

YE03 TFW is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Aero, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is YE03 TFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE03 TFW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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