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FG02 BEJ

2002 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

108,216 mi
Last recorded108,216 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG02 BEJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 108,216 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust silencer clamp deteriorated

rear tyres worn unevenly on inside edges - wearing thin, cuts and perished

Pass 13 Mar 2014 103,737 miles

nearside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge and perishing

offside front tyre showing wear and perishing

rear tyres showing wear,perishing and have cuts in tread

Pass 21 Mar 2013 99,387 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 94,674 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 90,504 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 90,501 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Mar 2010 86,422 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 78,719 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Mar 2009 78,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 71,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear tyres perishing and starting to split on outer edges

Pass 22 Mar 2007 67,988 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 63,623 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 57,089 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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FG02 BEJ is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FG02 BEJ, 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 FG02 BEJ registered?

FG02 BEJ is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is FG02 BEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG02 BEJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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