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EX02 XFD

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,066 mi
Last recorded74,066 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 XFD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2018 74,066 miles

both front shock absorber casings are corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2017 71,228 miles

both front shock absorber casings corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2016 67,522 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 64,318 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 62,150 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 61,314 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 59,332 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 57,586 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 53,924 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 49,278 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 42,983 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 34,686 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 27,095 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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EX02 XFD is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XFD, 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 EX02 XFD registered?

EX02 XFD is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is EX02 XFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX02 XFD shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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