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LJ51 NHK

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

115,220 mi
Last recorded115,220 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 NHK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 115,220 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passenger side has a chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 115,205 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch is corroded through close to front lower wishbone mounting point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passenger side has a chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 114,723 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passenger side has a chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 114,723 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passenger side has a chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 113,984 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 113,219 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 112,614 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 112,613 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure Centre exhaust mounting welds have fractured. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Lower wheel arch by suspension mounting corroded through. (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached Silencer clamp is missing (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible coupling has a slight blow. (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust heat shield by fuel tank is insecure.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer outer casing is corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 110,628 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 110,625 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 108,972 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 107,422 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 106,525 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 106,206 miles

all brake discs rusty

high level brake light part not working putting light on dash

Pass 2 Jul 2013 104,976 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 94,847 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 94,787 miles

N/S rear tyre perished

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 94,787 miles

N/S rear tyre perished

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 94,709 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 93,643 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 81,728 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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LJ51 NHK is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LJ51 NHK, 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 LJ51 NHK registered?

LJ51 NHK is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 3 October 2001.

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