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EX51 XLB

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,998 mi
Last recorded92,998 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 XLB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2016 92,998 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 79,127 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 74,387 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 71,326 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 69,067 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 66,235 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 63,742 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 60,919 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 57,335 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r tyre valves are perishing

Pass 1 Oct 2007 48,994 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 40,886 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 33,204 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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EX51 XLB is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XLB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX51 XLB?

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What year was EX51 XLB registered?

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

Is EX51 XLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 XLB shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 XLB have outstanding finance?

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