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YO53 RFX

2003 Saab 93

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

138,444 mi
Last recorded138,444 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9374,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO53 RFX
MakeSaab
Model93
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 138,444 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 130,746 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 117,346 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 109,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 94,425 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 84,308 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 74,313 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 69,025 miles

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2008 63,501 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 62,999 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 54,213 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 43,724 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 93?

Based on 5,805 MOT tests across 632 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
6,356
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 218
position lamp(s) not working 122
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 98
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 80
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YO53 RFX is a 2003 Saab 93 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Saab 93 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 74,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 93 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YO53 RFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 93 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 93 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YO53 RFX registered?

YO53 RFX is a 2003 Saab 93, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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