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FN02 NZR

2002 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,240 mi
Last recorded143,240 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN02 NZR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 143,240 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 131,012 miles

n/s/f position lamp slightly dim

rear exhaust clamp slightly deteriorated

Fail 27 Nov 2012 131,012 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f position lamp slightly dim

rear exhaust clamp slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 Dec 2011 118,512 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brakes imbalanced by 22%

n/s/f position lamp dim

Pass 8 Dec 2010 109,052 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 97,682 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 97,654 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2008 86,854 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 78,351 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2007 78,351 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 68,995 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 61,068 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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FN02 NZR is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FN02 NZR, 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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What year was FN02 NZR registered?

FN02 NZR is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is FN02 NZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN02 NZR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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