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CE02 TZZ

2002 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,016 mi
Last recorded157,016 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 TZZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 157,016 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

both rear tyres starting to crack and perish

front wiperblades smearing windscreen slightly

nearside rear brake fluctuating but not considered excessive

nearside rear brake grabing slightly

offside washer jet poorly aligned

slight weep from possibly power steering rack

Pass 9 Jul 2014 152,102 miles

exhaust backbox clamp rotton and going to break very shortly

Fail 4 Jul 2014 152,037 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust backbox clamp rotton and going to break very shortly

Pass 21 Jun 2013 146,717 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 141,210 miles

both side repeaters discoloured

judder from rear brakes

offside wiper blade split

Pass 27 Jun 2011 136,035 miles

chaffing to nearside rear brake hose

judder from rear brakes

travel in hand brake

Fail 25 Jun 2011 136,011 miles

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

chaffing to nearside rear brake hose

judder from rear brakes

travel in hand brake

Pass 18 Jun 2010 129,126 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 124,344 miles

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 124,344 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 118,244 miles

rear number plate slightly deterioated

renew rear wiper blade

Fail 26 Jun 2008 118,244 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear number plate slightly deterioated

renew rear wiper blade

Pass 22 Jun 2007 104,179 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 89,542 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 TZZ is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TZZ, 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 CE02 TZZ registered?

CE02 TZZ is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2002.

Is CE02 TZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE02 TZZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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