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LX51 KGZ

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

76,653 mi
Last recorded76,653 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 KGZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 76,653 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 68,723 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2024 60,221 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 53,415 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 49,692 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 44,955 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 44,948 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 44,704 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 44,424 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 44,182 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 43,901 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 43,626 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 43,016 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 42,645 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 42,645 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 41,559 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 41,148 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 40,569 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 39,129 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 36,723 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 33,361 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006

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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LX51 KGZ is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LX51 KGZ, 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 LX51 KGZ registered?

LX51 KGZ is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is LX51 KGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 KGZ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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