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GX02 MXJ

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

162,765 mi
Last recorded162,765 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 MXJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 162,765 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 157,180 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 157,180 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 148,220 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 138,907 miles

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

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)

plastic outer cover sills fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2012 128,452 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 117,450 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 107,498 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 95,471 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 84,195 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 72,118 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 60,633 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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GX02 MXJ is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GX02 MXJ, 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.

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What year was GX02 MXJ registered?

GX02 MXJ is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is GX02 MXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX02 MXJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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