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KE51 XVN

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

184,885 mi
Last recorded184,885 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 XVN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 184,885 miles

Both front inner wheel arch areas are holed but not seriously weakend.

Engine light is on.

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 184,885 miles

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Both front inner wheel arch areas are holed but not seriously weakend.

Engine light is on.

Front Brake discs are heavily corroded.

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc is heavily pitted and corroded.

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 176,342 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all brake discs corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2015 176,342 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 20 May 2014 159,408 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 147,917 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 147,890 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 140,475 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 130,835 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 119,942 miles

rear exhaust clamp deteriating

Pass 26 Feb 2009 111,831 miles

All pads wearing thin and rear discs deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2008 101,616 miles

Exhaust middle to rear joining clamp corroded and weakened

Pass 28 Feb 2007 90,244 miles

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

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 81,314 miles

nearside rear tyre on 2.0mm

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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KE51 XVN is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XVN, 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 XVN registered?

KE51 XVN is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is KE51 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 XVN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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