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CA51 DFC

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

135,754 mi
Last recorded135,754 miles
Recorded on20 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA51 DFC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2015 135,754 miles

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

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)

engine management light flashed once during test

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 May 2014 127,863 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

near side front fog light smashed

Pass 20 May 2013 120,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

near side front fog light smashed

Pass 17 May 2012 113,288 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2011 103,358 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres worn on inner edges

front brake discs lipped

near side front fog light smashed

windsreen marked

Fail 18 May 2011 103,358 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

front brake discs lipped

near side front fog light smashed

windsreen marked

Fail 21 May 2010 96,078 miles

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

nearside rear brake pads getting thin

rear exhaust clamp corroded to excess

rear exhaust joint slight leak

Pass 21 May 2010 96,078 miles

nearside rear brake pads getting thin

rear exhaust clamp corroded to excess

rear exhaust joint slight leak

Pass 21 May 2009 87,300 miles

Nearside front and offside front and offside rear tyres advanced wear on edges

Pass 23 May 2008 78,672 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 69,304 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 59,567 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 59,567 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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CA51 DFC 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 CA51 DFC, 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 CA51 DFC registered?

CA51 DFC is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 February 2002.

Is CA51 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA51 DFC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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