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LX51 KJA

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,897 mi
Last recorded115,897 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 KJA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 115,897 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 114,861 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 113,774 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2023 113,773 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 112,938 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box rusted (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 112,938 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box rusted (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 112,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 111,436 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Aug 2020 111,436 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 110,227 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 108,779 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 107,820 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 106,078 miles

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)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 104,716 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 102,717 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 102,717 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 100,854 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 99,737 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 99,737 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 96,139 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 92,908 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 86,785 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 83,648 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 80,489 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 77,299 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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LX51 KJA is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 LX51 KJA, 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 KJA registered?

LX51 KJA is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LX51 KJA safe to buy?

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