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KX51 WFE

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

153,120 mi
Last recorded153,120 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2012
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 WFE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2012 153,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear brake discs corroded/pitted

lower gear box mounting broken. requires attention

Pass 20 Jan 2012 153,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear brake discs corroded/pitted

lower gear box mounting broken. requires attention

Pass 28 Jan 2011 149,285 miles

gearbox mounting broken

offside front seat belt slightly frayed

Fail 28 Jan 2011 149,285 miles

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

gearbox mounting broken

offside front seat belt slightly frayed

Pass 27 Jan 2010 135,505 miles

front number plate broken

rear gearbox mount weak

Pass 27 Jan 2009 117,539 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front track control arm outer bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Jan 2008 107,243 miles

see advisory note 512845528057

Fail 25 Jan 2008 107,176 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyres worn on edges

front number plate cracked

n/s/f tyre is damaged on outer wall

o/s wiper is split slightly on one end but still clearing screen

Pass 1 Feb 2007 101,722 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 101,722 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 94,611 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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KX51 WFE is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX51 WFE, 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 KX51 WFE registered?

KX51 WFE is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is KX51 WFE safe to buy?

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