2004 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · RG04 AEA
2004 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 110,851 miles. MOT status: Failed. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,851 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RG04 AEA Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 21/12/2021
- 110,851 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RG04 AEA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2004 Saab 9-3 (RG04 AEA) between December 2021 and December 2021.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 December 2021 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution when considerin
A comprehensive physical inspection and a verified current MOT certificate are vital before proceeding with any purchase. Prospective buyers must inspect the chassis and rear sub-frame thoroughly to confirm that the severe corrosion noted in the 2021 test has been fully and professionally rectified. Additionally, request a complete paper service history to establish how the car has been maintained since its last recorded test in December 2021, and negotiate on price if any structural work remains unverified.
Running an older 1.9-litre turbocharged petrol Saab involves typical costs for a vehicle of this age and engine size. Insurance sits in a moderate group, whilst VED (road tax) will fall under the older engine-size or emissions-based brackets depending on exact CO2 output. Fuel economy will reflect a 2004 2.0-litre petrol setup, and maintaining an older Saab requires budget flexibility for unexpected mechanical repairs.
Pay close attention to the areas flagged in the December 2021 MOT failure: specifically inspect the offside rear sub-frame for any remaining or recurring corrosion. Check the entire braking system, focusing on the parking brake efficiency and lever operation. Given the model's aggregate data showing common issues with headlamps, tyres, and brake pads, verify the condition of all exterior lighting, tread depths, and friction materials.
This black 2004 Saab 9-3 is powered by a 1998cc petrol engine and has reached 110,851 miles as of its last recorded test on 2021-12-21. While only one test is recorded in the provided history, that examination resulted in multiple serious failures including a seriously weakened offside rear sub-frame and parking brake defects. With no subsequent MOT records provided in the dataset, verifying the current roadworthiness and completion of required repairs is essential.
Saab 9-3 models average a 75.4% MOT pass rate across the UK fleet, with headlamps, tyres, and brake pads being the most frequent failure items.
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