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FA51 XNS

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

95,676 mi
Last recorded95,676 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA51 XNS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2024 95,676 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch at battery (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 94,706 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted but efficient (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

mid exhaust has putty ,no leaks,cant see quality of repair

rear axle surface corrosion

Fail 18 Apr 2023 94,706 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted but efficient (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

mid exhaust has putty ,no leaks,cant see quality of repair

rear axle surface corrosion

Pass 20 Dec 2021 94,684 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 92,665 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 90,599 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 90,594 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 87,984 miles

both front struts corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2017 84,810 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 80,544 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 74,936 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 69,772 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front exhaust bracket broken but system still well supported

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 65,496 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 65,496 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 53,933 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2011 51,815 miles

srs light on

Pass 5 Aug 2010 49,326 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 46,911 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 44,046 miles

small hole in o/s headlamp glass

Pass 3 Aug 2007 41,664 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 37,957 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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FA51 XNS is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FA51 XNS, 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.

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What year was FA51 XNS registered?

FA51 XNS is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 February 2002.

Is FA51 XNS safe to buy?

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