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HX51 HAE

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

81,062 mi
Last recorded81,062 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 HAE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 81,062 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Nov 2022 81,060 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Jan 2022 79,671 miles

ADVISE REAR BRAKE SERVICE

ADVISE. FRONT SUSPENSION STRUTS BECOMING VERY RUSTY ADVISE NEW NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT SUSPENSION STRUTS FITTED

REAR AXLE RUSTY

Pass 14 Jan 2021 78,650 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 77,224 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 74,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 70,821 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 66,888 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 61,437 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 56,824 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 53,629 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 50,778 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 49,911 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 46,186 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 44,004 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 41,183 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 39,018 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 36,849 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 33,301 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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HX51 HAE is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HX51 HAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HX51 HAE?

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What year was HX51 HAE registered?

HX51 HAE is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is HX51 HAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX51 HAE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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