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KF03 DEC

2003 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

128,381 mi
Last recorded128,381 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto83,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF03 DEC
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 128,381 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

side covers fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2024 124,131 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 117,424 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 107,030 miles

Both front tyres cracked

Pass 2 Oct 2021 98,322 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 90,363 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 86,857 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 82,043 miles

Both front tyres perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2017 78,312 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 78,279 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 73,902 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 68,919 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 63,774 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 59,008 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 57,357 miles

Offside front seat belt requires slight passenger assistance to retract.

Pass 12 Jun 2012 50,566 miles

Engine management indicates a fault.

Offside front seat belt requires manual assistance to retract.

Pass 26 May 2011 44,532 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 37,610 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 37,610 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 30,955 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 25,182 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 20,696 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 16,172 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto?

Based on 3,664 MOT tests across 271 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
6,544
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102
coil spring broken 96
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
position lamp(s) not working 56
coil spring incomplete 40
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KF03 DEC is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 83,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 102 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KF03 DEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KF03 DEC registered?

KF03 DEC is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is KF03 DEC safe to buy?

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