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AF53 BYT

2004 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,922 mi
Last recorded34,922 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2007
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BYT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2007 34,922 miles

1) N/S Front tyre close to limit ( 2mm).

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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AF53 BYT is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 84,481 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 AF53 BYT, 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 22 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF53 BYT registered?

AF53 BYT is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is AF53 BYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 BYT shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF53 BYT have outstanding finance?

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