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EX52 XWE

2002 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

133,308 mi
Last recorded133,308 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 XWE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 133,308 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 124,424 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 12,384 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 103,253 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 91,929 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 91,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 78,443 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 67,894 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 57,164 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 42,593 miles

screen blades smear occaisionly

Pass 29 Sep 2008 28,777 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 28,777 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 18,704 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 13,871 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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EX52 XWE is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX52 XWE, 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 EX52 XWE registered?

EX52 XWE is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is EX52 XWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 XWE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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