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KV51 HGY

2001 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,182 mi
Last recorded151,182 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 HGY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2014 151,182 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 146,238 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 28 Mar 2013 146,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2012 135,623 miles

exhaust heatshield insecure

front brake pads 3/4 worn

Fail 22 Mar 2012 135,623 miles

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

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

exhaust heatshield insecure

front brake pads 3/4 worn

Pass 24 Mar 2011 124,283 miles

both rear brake disc's slightly pitted

heat sheild slightly deteriorated

under body covers fitted

Fail 22 Mar 2011 124,252 miles

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

both rear brake disc's slightly pitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2010 113,713 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front wiper blabes starting to spit

under tray fitted full inspection not possible

Pass 31 Mar 2009 108,087 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 102,690 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 94,470 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 87,357 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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KV51 HGY is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV51 HGY, 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 KV51 HGY registered?

KV51 HGY is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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