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AF53 BYX

2004 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,784 mi
Last recorded128,784 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BYX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 128,784 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 128,776 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 118,818 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2014 109,216 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 99,592 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 94,151 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 90,654 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 79,504 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 68,576 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 56,439 miles

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

steering colom under tray fitted/

Fail 15 Oct 2008 56,439 miles

steering colom under tray fitted/

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 46,784 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 37,246 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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AF53 BYX is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BYX, 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 BYX registered?

AF53 BYX is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is AF53 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 BYX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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