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CNZ 2840

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

155,281 mi
Last recorded155,281 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNZ 2840
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 155,281 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine mounts rubber bush deteriorating

Fail 26 Nov 2016 155,273 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine mounts rubber bush deteriorating

Pass 27 Nov 2015 149,409 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 122,982 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 89,627 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 80,388 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 80,388 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2011 77,504 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 77,504 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 74,429 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 71,097 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 66,127 miles

exhaust back box clamp corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2007 59,738 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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CNZ 2840 is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel 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 CNZ 2840, 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 CNZ 2840 registered?

CNZ 2840 is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is CNZ 2840 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNZ 2840 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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