2004 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · AE04 HZU
2004 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 19 May 2004. Recorded mileage 86,950 miles. MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,950 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
AE04 HZU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2026
- 86,950 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AE04 HZU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Saab 9-3 (AE04 HZU) between June 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure Front nearside and offside corroded away on chassis. (”; “Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
AE04 HZU Mileage History
- 03/06/202377,660 mi
- 04/06/202481,725 mi+4,065 mi
- 19/06/202481,809 mi+84 mi
- 30/05/202584,142 mi+2,333 mi
- 29/05/202686,950 mi+2,808 mi
Average of roughly 3,110 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (AE04 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as AE04HZU.
AUDI
A6
MERCEDES-BENZ
GLA 200 AMG LN EXECUTVE MHEV A
MAN
814
BMW
Z4 2.2I SE
MAN
MAZDA
MX-5
FORD
MONDEO
MINI
COUNTRYMAN
PROTON
JUMBUCK
PERODUA
KELISA
PERODUA
KENARI
PROTON
JUMBUCK
SAAB 9-3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2004 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.