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FP53 CZH

2004 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

129,223 mi
Last recorded129,223 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-384,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 CZH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 129,223 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 127,072 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Jun 2021 125,655 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 125,646 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 124,315 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 121,015 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 116,355 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 109,681 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 104,584 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 98,507 miles

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

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 11 Jun 2014 89,987 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 82,081 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 77,714 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 69,687 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 64,188 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 52,589 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 52,589 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 40,238 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 27,749 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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FP53 CZH is a 2004 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FP53 CZH, 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

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What year was FP53 CZH registered?

FP53 CZH is a 2004 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 February 2004.

Is FP53 CZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 CZH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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