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YX53 BZP

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,319 mi
Last recorded94,319 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2009
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 BZP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2009 94,319 miles

plastic over sills fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2008 83,600 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 71,480 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 58,210 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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YX53 BZP is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YX53 BZP, 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.

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What year was YX53 BZP registered?

YX53 BZP is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is YX53 BZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX53 BZP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YX53 BZP have outstanding finance?

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