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KS51 ZHX

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,044 mi
Last recorded110,044 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 ZHX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 110,044 miles

205/50r16 87v

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2 to 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 102,319 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 102,319 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 95,909 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Aug 2012 89,537 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Aug 2012 89,537 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 81,665 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 76,775 miles

.. nearside/offside front suspention struts outer sleeves surface rust present

.. nearside/offside lower arms rear bushes slight play

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 76,775 miles

.. nearside/offside front suspention struts outer sleeves surface rust present

.. nearside/offside lower arms rear bushes slight play

Pass 21 Jul 2009 71,776 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 65,776 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 58,482 miles

Nearside rear tyre has a cut to the outer sidewall

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge close to limit

Rear exhaust clamp corroded

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 47,607 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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KS51 ZHX is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KS51 ZHX, 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 KS51 ZHX registered?

KS51 ZHX is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is KS51 ZHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS51 ZHX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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