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EX51 XJT

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

146,609 mi
Last recorded146,609 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 XJT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2026 146,609 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal near subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal near subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 13,635 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 136,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 122,160 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 112,856 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 105,818 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 100,449 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 96,206 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to cat (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box /and rusted (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 92,817 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 91,017 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 88,635 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 87,375 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 82,772 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 79,460 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 79,460 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 May 2013 77,896 miles

slight wear evident nearside and offside front brake discs

Pass 17 May 2012 76,176 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 75,079 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 73,915 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 71,543 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 64,591 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 58,193 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 50,983 miles

front pads low.

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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EX51 XJT is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 EX51 XJT, 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.

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What year was EX51 XJT registered?

EX51 XJT is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EX51 XJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 XJT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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