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YT03 PFX

2003 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

73,008 mi
Last recorded73,008 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT03 PFX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 73,008 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 73,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 66,093 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 60,599 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

rear silencer joint heavily corroded

Fail 3 Sep 2015 60,599 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front and rear brake discs corroded

rear silencer joint heavily corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2013 58,251 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 52,723 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 47,243 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 47,243 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 40,980 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 40,980 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 35,021 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 35,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2008 32,224 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 28,846 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 25,792 miles

nail in tyre

slight distortion on rear tyers

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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YT03 PFX is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YT03 PFX, 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 YT03 PFX registered?

YT03 PFX is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is YT03 PFX safe to buy?

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