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LG51 DFZ

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

162,090 mi
Last recorded162,090 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 DFZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 162,090 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 156,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

offside rear tyre bald on inner edges

Pass 11 Sep 2013 150,818 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 145,131 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 141,515 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 141,513 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2010 134,734 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 134,734 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 128,193 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 117,587 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 111,255 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

cannot fully check nearside rear seat belt due to child seat being fitted

Fail 7 Nov 2007 111,255 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

cannot fully check nearside rear seat belt due to child seat being fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2006 103,594 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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LG51 DFZ is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel 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 LG51 DFZ, 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 LG51 DFZ registered?

LG51 DFZ is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is LG51 DFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 DFZ 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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