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EX02 UOB

2002 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

78,620 mi
Last recorded78,620 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 UOB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 78,620 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 66,685 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 59,580 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 54,112 miles

Exhaust flexi-joint (centre section) slight leak.

N/S/F seat belt frayed.

Pass 29 Feb 2012 49,244 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

rear exhaust clamp missing but exhaust system is secure

Pass 25 Feb 2011 42,838 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Feb 2011 42,838 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 39,503 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 39,503 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 Apr 2009 36,557 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 33,836 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 27,896 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 27,896 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 22,332 miles

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

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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EX02 UOB is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EX02 UOB, 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 EX02 UOB?

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What year was EX02 UOB registered?

EX02 UOB is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 April 2002.

Is EX02 UOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX02 UOB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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