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AE03 BDX

2003 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,798 mi
Last recorded64,798 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp85,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 BDX
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear 150 Bhp
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2014 64,798 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 64,798 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 60,829 miles

nsf tyre

oil leak

osf link bar

Pass 10 Jul 2012 53,809 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)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 53,808 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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 23 Jun 2011 49,141 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)

Oil leak o/s of engine

Pass 5 Aug 2008 46,186 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 37,402 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 30,132 miles

FRONT TYRES WORN TO V/NEAR WEAR BARS (2MM)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp?

Based on 5,198 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
6,129
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 184
coil spring broken 106
position lamp(s) not working 102
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 92
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
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AE03 BDX is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 85,930 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 BDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE03 BDX registered?

AE03 BDX is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is AE03 BDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 BDX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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