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FE51 UCM

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

182,380 mi
Last recorded182,380 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 UCM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2014 182,380 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 182,375 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 167,237 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 167,237 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 155,891 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake discs pitted due to standing

Pass 30 Aug 2011 146,056 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear number plate faded

Pass 31 Aug 2010 131,490 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 120,793 miles

rear number plate deteriorated slightly

Fail 26 Aug 2009 120,784 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

rear number plate deteriorated slightly

Pass 22 Aug 2008 107,969 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 107,969 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2007 91,219 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 72,799 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 53,049 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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FE51 UCM is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE51 UCM, 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 FE51 UCM registered?

FE51 UCM is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is FE51 UCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 UCM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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