MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
141,224 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged also slightly misty (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Front Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged also slightly misty (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Rear Fuel system component defective in the case of LPG/CNG/ LNG or hydrogen systems under tank (6.1.3 (f))
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Fuel system component defective in the case of LPG/CNG/ LNG or hydrogen systems fuel filter leaking (6.1.3 (f)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))
Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
nearside rear tyre cracking
nearsdie rear tyre splitting oin tread
offside front tyre inner sidewall splitting
oil residue around power steering rack
Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
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AE51 DAV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 87,215 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 AE51 DAV, 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 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was AE51 DAV registered?
AE51 DAV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 May 2008.
Is AE51 DAV safe to buy?
The MOT history for AE51 DAV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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