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FG51 XBS

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,597 mi
Last recorded133,597 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2010
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 XBS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2010 133,597 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 123,496 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 123,493 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 117,556 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 85,029 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 78,068 miles

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

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 XBS is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG51 XBS, 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

How do I check the history of FG51 XBS?

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What year was FG51 XBS registered?

FG51 XBS is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 February 2002.

Is FG51 XBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 XBS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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