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CA51 KVU

2002 Saab 9-3

Beige Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,495 mi
Last recorded109,495 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA51 KVU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 109,495 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 102,952 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 99,566 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 96,249 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 96,249 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 91,938 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 91,938 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 86,257 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 80,928 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 76,330 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 76,330 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 71,739 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 66,313 miles

o/s/f tyre inner edge worn

Pass 28 Aug 2008 61,424 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 56,617 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 51,574 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2006 51,574 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 45,468 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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CA51 KVU is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KVU, 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

How do I check the history of CA51 KVU?

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What year was CA51 KVU registered?

CA51 KVU is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 February 2002.

Is CA51 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA51 KVU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA51 KVU have outstanding finance?

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