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BC02 WRP

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

146,416 mi
Last recorded146,416 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC02 WRP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2014 146,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jan 2013 135,617 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 135,617 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 127,782 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 115,024 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 Dec 2010 115,023 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 104,134 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 104,134 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front brake discs worn (pads 6000 miles)

Front exhaust flexable section in poor condition

Play to nearside diff bearings/driveshaft

Rear brakes discs discoloured

Pass 14 Jul 2009 96,064 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 88,477 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 79,854 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 68,095 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 49,619 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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BC02 WRP is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BC02 WRP, 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 BC02 WRP registered?

BC02 WRP is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 June 2002.

Is BC02 WRP safe to buy?

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