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RX03 FZP

2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid

Green Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,970 mi
Last recorded80,970 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid85,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 FZP
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Tid
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2009 80,970 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear inner brake pad low

offside front tyre inner wall splitting,advise to change

outer front brake discs corroding,new pads fitted

Fail 20 Mar 2009 80,925 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear inner brake pad low

offside front tyre inner wall splitting,advise to change

outer front brake discs corroding,new pads fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2008 71,857 miles

stone chips in front screen

Pass 21 Mar 2007 57,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2006 42,582 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 42,582 miles

Nearside Front 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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RX03 FZP is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid in Green with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX03 FZP, 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

How do I check the history of RX03 FZP?

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What year was RX03 FZP registered?

RX03 FZP is a 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is RX03 FZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 FZP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX03 FZP have outstanding finance?

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