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KE51 XVG

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,223 mi
Last recorded123,223 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 XVG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2015 123,223 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 11 Sep 2014 113,656 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 113,656 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 107,477 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 96,612 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear exhaust box loose

Pass 9 Sep 2011 92,715 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2010 87,555 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 79,164 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 72,781 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

n/s mirror slight damage

Fail 26 Jan 2009 72,781 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

n/s mirror slight damage

Pass 21 Jan 2008 66,286 miles

osf seat belt frayed

Pass 15 Jan 2007 60,068 miles

exhaust blow rear joint

os front seat belt frayed

Pass 19 Jan 2006 51,088 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 XVG is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 XVG, 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 KE51 XVG registered?

KE51 XVG is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is KE51 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 XVG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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