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ICZ 4730

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

154,776 mi
Last recorded154,776 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationICZ 4730
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2012 154,776 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear wheels slightly rough when roatated

nearside rear handbrake cable weak

offside rear wiper split

Fail 8 Nov 2012 154,776 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear wheels slightly rough when roatated

nearside rear handbrake cable weak

offside rear wiper split

Pass 10 Nov 2011 138,876 miles

Front brake discs worn

Offside handbrake low reading

Sill covers fitted

Fail 9 Nov 2011 138,829 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake discs worn

Offside handbrake low reading

Sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2010 129,397 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 129,284 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 118,706 miles

slight play n/s/f track rod end

Pass 8 Sep 2008 102,502 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 87,538 miles

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

front no plates will not conform in future

Pass 15 Jun 2006 80,969 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 80,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

O/S/R Light lense cracked

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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ICZ 4730 is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 ICZ 4730, 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

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What year was ICZ 4730 registered?

ICZ 4730 is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is ICZ 4730 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ICZ 4730 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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