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AE51 BWX

2002 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

89,833 mi
Last recorded89,833 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 BWX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 89,833 miles

Central exhaust corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 84,057 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 78,717 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 73,627 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 67,575 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 67,572 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 61,887 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 56,500 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 49,122 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 45,487 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 43,042 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 41,150 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 39,279 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 37,110 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 34,760 miles

Nearside 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)

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

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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AE51 BWX is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE51 BWX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 BWX registered?

AE51 BWX is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is AE51 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 BWX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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