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HF51 HBA

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

146,495 mi
Last recorded146,495 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 HBA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 146,495 miles

oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2017 146,495 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases to centre join[clamp deteriorated] (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2016 142,599 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 137,856 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 133,626 miles

rear exhaust clamp deterioted

Pass 15 May 2013 129,248 miles

rear exhaust clamp deterioted

Pass 22 May 2012 123,624 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 117,235 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 108,818 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 102,347 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 94,783 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 88,017 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 79,890 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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HF51 HBA is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HF51 HBA, 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.

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What year was HF51 HBA registered?

HF51 HBA is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is HF51 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 HBA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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