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LJ51 XVO

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

134,798 mi
Last recorded134,798 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 XVO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2013 134,798 miles

travel in parkbrake

Pass 8 Aug 2012 131,354 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres worn

bulk head seems ok at time of test

Pass 2 Mar 2012 127,959 miles

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

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

travel in parkbrake

Pass 12 Sep 2009 122,702 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside front brake disc worn

travel in parkbrake

Pass 24 Oct 2008 107,604 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 88,187 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 62,742 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 62,742 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 XVO is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XVO, 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 XVO registered?

LJ51 XVO is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is LJ51 XVO safe to buy?

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