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FG51 XAU

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

181,250 mi
Last recorded181,250 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 XAU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 181,250 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 181,250 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 178,614 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 175,130 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 171,666 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 171,666 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)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 166,994 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 161,828 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2014 155,066 miles

Oil leak

high hand brake travell

o/s/f outer sill starting to deteriorate

Pass 7 Oct 2013 148,200 miles

high hand brake travell

Pass 8 Oct 2012 140,256 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2011 131,861 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 131,851 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 122,281 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 113,232 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 113,088 miles

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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 13 Oct 2008 104,703 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 104,567 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 96,416 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 88,641 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 80,862 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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FG51 XAU is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 FG51 XAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG51 XAU?

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What year was FG51 XAU registered?

FG51 XAU is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is FG51 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 XAU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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