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ESZ 1109

2002 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo

Blue Other 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,032 mi
Last recorded98,032 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo74,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESZ 1109
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE Turbo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 98,032 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 98,000 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 97,323 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 96,320 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 95,118 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE Turbo?

Based on 2,405 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
7,807
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
position lamp(s) not working 55
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Registration plate lamp not working 38
brake disc excessively pitted 37
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ESZ 1109 is a 2002 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo in Blue with a 1,985cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 74,200 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 SE Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESZ 1109, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 SE Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-3 SE Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ESZ 1109 registered?

ESZ 1109 is a 2002 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is ESZ 1109 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESZ 1109 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESZ 1109 have outstanding finance?

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