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DU52 XAS

2002 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,985 mi
Last recorded127,985 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 XAS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 127,985 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 127,985 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 121,689 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 115,136 miles

Oil leak

engine warning light on

Pass 10 Aug 2012 102,914 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

centre exhaust mounting broken

engine warning light on

slight blow from rear silencer & corroded

slight buckle in r/n/s brake disc

steering rack mountings flexing on bulk head

Pass 3 Aug 2011 92,347 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

plastic trims fitted unable to fully check sills

Pass 18 Aug 2010 82,862 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose at rear.

Fail 18 Aug 2010 82,862 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose at rear.

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 76,383 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 76,383 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 66,533 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 60,660 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front 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 slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 49,971 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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DU52 XAS is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Green 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 DU52 XAS, 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 DU52 XAS registered?

DU52 XAS is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 November 2002.

Is DU52 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU52 XAS 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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