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LK51 XEC

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,106 mi
Last recorded112,106 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 XEC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 112,106 miles

light corrosion to rear axle beam

Pass 12 Mar 2016 103,063 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 103,063 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 89,239 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside door mirror backing missing

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

slight movement in nearside + offside front suspension arms outer bushes

surface corrosion to rear exhaust system

Fail 10 Mar 2015 89,239 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside door mirror backing missing

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

slight movement in nearside + offside front suspension arms outer bushes

surface corrosion to rear exhaust system

Pass 10 Mar 2014 78,341 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 76,824 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 69,581 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 66,170 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2010 63,799 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2010 63,799 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 60,484 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2007 55,841 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 48,078 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2005 38,920 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 XEC is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XEC, 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 XEC registered?

LK51 XEC is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is LK51 XEC safe to buy?

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