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FD02 BHA

2002 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,542 mi
Last recorded133,542 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD02 BHA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 133,542 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear axle corroded

exhaust corroded

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

fuel filter corroded

oil leak

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 16 May 2016 133,541 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear axle corroded

exhaust corroded

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

fuel filter corroded

oil leak

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 126,322 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 121,645 miles

Non obligatory side light not working

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 109,595 miles

AIrbag light illuminated

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust centre bracket come away from centre, although still supporting system

Exhaust link pipe flexible joint deteriorated

Nearside front tyre showing signs of being run flat

Nearside rear inner position lamp not working

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 105,919 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 99,069 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 99,069 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 89,204 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 81,837 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 76,973 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 76,941 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light is on

headlight aim set at 2 on limit

Pass 2 May 2006 73,814 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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FD02 BHA is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FD02 BHA, 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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FD02 BHA is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 May 2002.

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