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AF54 VMJ

2004 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,270 mi
Last recorded42,270 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 VMJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 42,270 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 39,933 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 36,567 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 32,065 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 28,111 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 26,424 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 25,236 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 23,294 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 20,455 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 20,455 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 17,418 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 14,124 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 10,587 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 6,920 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 6,903 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 6,823 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 5,319 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 5,136 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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AF54 VMJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AF54 VMJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF54 VMJ?

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What year was AF54 VMJ registered?

AF54 VMJ is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 September 2004.

Is AF54 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 VMJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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