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AV02 WWF

2002 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

141,900 mi
Last recorded141,900 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 WWF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 141,900 miles

Nearside windscreen cracked, but not obstructing drivers view

Fail 16 Sep 2016 141,899 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both front (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both front, lower rear inner wheelarch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside windscreen cracked, but not obstructing drivers view

Pass 17 Aug 2015 135,121 miles

rear tyres badly worn on edges

Pass 26 Aug 2014 125,283 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 112,219 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 107,966 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 103,821 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 98,170 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 91,653 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 82,338 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 75,372 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 66,193 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 54,853 miles

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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AV02 WWF is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AV02 WWF, 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 AV02 WWF registered?

AV02 WWF is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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