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AY03 OJJ

2003 Saab 9-3 S Tid

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,736 mi
Last recorded136,736 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 OJJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Tid
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 136,736 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 126,375 miles

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

offside front spring cup is corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2011 115,080 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 77,479 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 60,541 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 60,541 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 49,383 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WORN NEAR LIMIT,AND FLATSPOTTING ON INNER EDGE.

Fail 3 Oct 2006 43,720 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 43,720 miles

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S Tid?

Based on 460 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
11,429
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
position lamp(s) not working 16
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
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AY03 OJJ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 S Tid in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 S Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY03 OJJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 S Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 S Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY03 OJJ registered?

AY03 OJJ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 S Tid, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is AY03 OJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 OJJ 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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