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EO02 ODC

2002 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

185,389 mi
Last recorded185,389 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO02 ODC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 185,389 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 May 2014 178,837 miles

Both front tyres wearing heaver on inner edges

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

N/S/R hand brake cable outter sleave split

O/S/F trye has lump on inner side wall

Fail 21 May 2014 178,837 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Both front tyres wearing heaver on inner edges

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

N/S/R hand brake cable outter sleave split

O/S/F trye has lump on inner side wall

Fail 8 May 2013 175,057 miles

Front tyres wearing heavier on edges.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear exaust clamp missing

Pass 8 May 2013 175,057 miles

Front tyres wearing heavier on edges.

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear exaust clamp missing

Fail 30 May 2012 169,367 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 169,367 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 166,039 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 162,551 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 157,624 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 148,484 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 137,769 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 116,108 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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EO02 ODC is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Silver 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 EO02 ODC, 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

How do I check the history of EO02 ODC?

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What year was EO02 ODC registered?

EO02 ODC is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 June 2002.

Is EO02 ODC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO02 ODC 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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