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AE51 UKS

2002 Saab 9-3 Aero

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

193,371 mi
Last recorded193,371 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-3 Aero72,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 UKS
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Aero
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 193,371 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2011 190,403 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 190,387 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 182,226 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 169,755 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 169,664 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 152,975 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2008 152,490 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 134,100 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero?

Based on 678 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
5,966
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
position lamp(s) not working 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 10
coil spring broken 8
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AE51 UKS is a 2002 Saab 9-3 Aero in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-3 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 72,188 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 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 UKS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-3 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE51 UKS registered?

AE51 UKS is a 2002 Saab 9-3 Aero, first registered on 17 January 2002.

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The MOT history for AE51 UKS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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