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DX51 XJO

2001 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,318 mi
Last recorded128,318 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 XJO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 128,318 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 126,303 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 126,299 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2022 121,785 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 119,502 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 116,972 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 115,914 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 112,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 106,833 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 98,998 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2014 98,285 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 97,249 miles

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

advise - rear brake discs pitted

Fail 19 Aug 2011 97,249 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

advise - rear brake discs pitted

Pass 19 Aug 2010 89,720 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 79,654 miles

Slight damp to nearside rear shock absorber

slight lip to both front beake disc's

Pass 1 Aug 2008 63,113 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 43,704 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 25,285 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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DX51 XJO is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 90,711 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 DX51 XJO, 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 25 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 DX51 XJO?

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What year was DX51 XJO registered?

DX51 XJO is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is DX51 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 XJO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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