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LK51 HTX

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

174,269 mi
Last recorded174,269 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 HTX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 174,269 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Sep 2014 174,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 156,249 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 136,106 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape but is not excessive

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape but is not excessive

Pass 10 Aug 2011 121,560 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 109,875 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 109,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both rear brake discs heavily corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2009 100,111 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 91,670 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 91,670 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 81,450 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 70,765 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 59,068 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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LK51 HTX 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 LK51 HTX, 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 LK51 HTX registered?

LK51 HTX is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 October 2001.

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The MOT history for LK51 HTX 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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