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GD02 VXF

2002 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,084 mi
Last recorded92,084 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD02 VXF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2013 92,084 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 64,251 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 62,342 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 59,596 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 59,596 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2009 55,887 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 48,797 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2006 40,102 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 40,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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GD02 VXF is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GD02 VXF, 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 GD02 VXF?

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What year was GD02 VXF registered?

GD02 VXF is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is GD02 VXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD02 VXF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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