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GU52 GHF

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

131,196 mi
Last recorded131,196 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 GHF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 131,196 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Fail 16 Nov 2017 131,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2016 125,069 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 7 Nov 2016 125,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 117,500 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 112,591 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 100,721 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 100,721 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 92,199 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 89,020 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 89,020 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GU52 GHF is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU52 GHF, 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 GU52 GHF registered?

GU52 GHF is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is GU52 GHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 GHF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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