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FP51 EGK

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

143,941 mi
Last recorded143,941 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 EGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 143,941 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 140,979 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 137,425 miles

sidewall o/s/r tyre damaged

Fail 11 Oct 2017 137,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

sidewall o/s/r tyre damaged

Pass 20 Oct 2016 134,603 miles

Advise rear exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2015 132,420 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 127,286 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 126,995 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 120,395 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 7 Aug 2012 113,704 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 108,026 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 107,963 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 100,681 miles

inner c/v joint leaking grease o/s/f

Fail 3 Aug 2010 100,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

inner c/v joint leaking grease o/s/f

Pass 17 Aug 2009 91,817 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 79,945 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 73,832 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 65,455 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 56,181 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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FP51 EGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FP51 EGK, 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

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What year was FP51 EGK registered?

FP51 EGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is FP51 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 EGK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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