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CE02 TZV

2002 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,218 mi
Last recorded126,218 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 TZV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 126,218 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 2 May 2025 126,054 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2024 119,251 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust rubbers deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel.

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2023 116,485 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 112,173 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged Rear tyres deformed inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn close (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 110,601 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2013 103,483 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 85,941 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 84,159 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 77,071 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 68,946 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 68,946 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 May 2008 60,664 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2008 60,664 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 May 2007 53,243 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 53,243 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre has small cracks appearing in side wall

Pass 24 May 2006 42,032 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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CE02 TZV is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CE02 TZV, 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 CE02 TZV registered?

CE02 TZV is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 June 2002.

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