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FY52 NUX

2002 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

132,277 mi
Last recorded132,277 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 NUX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 132,277 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyres, evidence of a the tyres contacting a part of the vehicle, due to tyre flexing or suspension movement

Pass 5 Apr 2019 121,273 miles

advise lowered springs fitted

wheel spacers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2018 117,803 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 117,487 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 117,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 117,295 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 116,603 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 115,807 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Full Exhaust System Corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 114,296 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 112,808 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 99,221 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 81,068 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 62,529 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 47,922 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 40,849 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 34,484 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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FY52 NUX is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FY52 NUX, 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

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What year was FY52 NUX registered?

FY52 NUX is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is FY52 NUX safe to buy?

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