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LX51 KHG

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

122,413 mi
Last recorded122,413 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 122,413 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 120,577 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 1 Dec 2017 120,577 miles

Front brake caliper securing device loose both sides (3.5.1j)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp missing (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 5 Dec 2016 116,759 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 112,926 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jun 2015 112,926 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2014 111,421 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 111,421 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 109,653 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 May 2013 109,652 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2012 106,889 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Jul 2012 106,889 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 99,910 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 97,594 miles

nearside rear wheel not straight could do with camber setting

Fail 9 Nov 2010 97,594 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside rear wheel not straight could do with camber setting

Pass 16 Sep 2009 87,197 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 87,194 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2008 76,235 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 15 Oct 2008 76,235 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 69,498 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2007 65,185 miles

Oil leak

front tyres wearing low

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

windscreen chipped

Pass 4 May 2006 57,612 miles

chips to windscreen

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 KHG 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 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KHG, 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 LX51 KHG registered?

LX51 KHG is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 December 2001.

Is LX51 KHG safe to buy?

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