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KW02 ESV

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,166 mi
Last recorded46,166 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW02 ESV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2018 46,166 miles

front brake disc's lipped & worn.

rear brake disc's corroded on edges.

rear suspension coil spring corroded on edges.

Pass 7 Jul 2016 44,700 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 43,322 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 41,397 miles

both front wippers deteriated

exhoust deteriated

Pass 8 Apr 2008 36,751 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 32,703 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 26,408 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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KW02 ESV is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KW02 ESV, 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.

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What year was KW02 ESV registered?

KW02 ESV is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is KW02 ESV safe to buy?

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