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MH03 XBC

2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,637 mi
Last recorded82,637 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2008
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid85,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH03 XBC
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Tid
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2008 82,637 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 71,105 miles

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

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

advise all brake discs slightly worn

Pass 29 Mar 2006 64,080 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 64,080 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Tid?

Based on 774 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
7,727
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 9
position lamp(s) not working 7
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MH03 XBC is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 85,350 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MH03 XBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MH03 XBC registered?

MH03 XBC is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MH03 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH03 XBC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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