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FX51 KSN

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,048 mi
Last recorded139,048 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 KSN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2015 139,048 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 137,306 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 133,299 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 128,950 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 123,516 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 116,584 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front and rear number plates de-laminating

Fail 12 Apr 2010 116,584 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front and rear number plates de-laminating

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 107,661 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Jan 2009 107,661 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 106,787 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 91,071 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 72,691 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 72,691 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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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FX51 KSN is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FX51 KSN, 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 FX51 KSN?

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What year was FX51 KSN registered?

FX51 KSN is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is FX51 KSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 KSN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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