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KE51 OEW

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

223,471 mi
Last recorded223,471 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2010
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 OEW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2010 223,471 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 223,471 miles

Nearside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 202,183 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 179,247 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 161,112 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 14,076 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2005 120,453 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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KE51 OEW is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KE51 OEW, 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 KE51 OEW?

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What year was KE51 OEW registered?

KE51 OEW is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is KE51 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 OEW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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