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AD51 PGY

2002 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

162,105 mi
Last recorded162,105 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 PGY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 162,105 miles

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inner and outer edges

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 162,104 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inner and outer edges

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine oil level below minimum topped up to minimum level for emission test

Pass 1 Dec 2014 147,311 miles

Exhaust backbox starting to deteriorate

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2013 135,007 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

all brake discs rusty

passenger mirror damaged

Fail 22 May 2013 135,007 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

all brake discs rusty

passenger mirror damaged

Pass 31 May 2012 134,361 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low

nearside mirror glass damaged

steering column has slight play in top bearing / bush

steering rack has slight play in nearside and has dampness of oil. no sign of leaks

Pass 1 Mar 2011 126,371 miles

offside rear brake disc excessively corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2011 126,371 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside rear brake disc excessively corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2010 114,781 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 104,580 miles

BRAKES f /pads low inners

Pass 27 Feb 2008 91,397 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres have cracks in tread(not shpwing cords yet)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 22 Feb 2007 78,618 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 78,618 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 64,769 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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AD51 PGY is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 87,998 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD51 PGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD51 PGY registered?

AD51 PGY is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is AD51 PGY safe to buy?

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