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MF51 XXT

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,924 mi
Last recorded51,924 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 XXT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 51,924 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 49,121 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 41,907 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 38,896 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 35,268 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 35,258 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

engine oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2008 28,668 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 26,541 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 26,511 miles

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

all tyres wearing out of shape *ADVISE REPLACEMENT*

Pass 12 Sep 2006 22,827 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 19,042 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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MF51 XXT is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MF51 XXT, 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

How do I check the history of MF51 XXT?

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What year was MF51 XXT registered?

MF51 XXT is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is MF51 XXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 XXT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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