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YT53 ZBR

2003 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,990 mi
Last recorded106,990 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT53 ZBR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 106,990 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 102,390 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 92,875 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Feb 2014 92,872 miles

Hand operated control valve gate and/or locating mechanism excessively worn and cannot be held in the off position (3.2.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2012 78,052 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 68,630 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Nov 2011 68,630 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 62,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 55,372 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 49,410 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 43,071 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 34,713 miles

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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YT53 ZBR is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YT53 ZBR, 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 YT53 ZBR registered?

YT53 ZBR is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is YT53 ZBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT53 ZBR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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