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MX51 UBV

2001 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

121,931 mi
Last recorded121,931 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 UBV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2013 121,931 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST SUPPORT BRACKET BROKEN

HEAVY CORROSION ON EXHAUST REAR SILENCER

MIL LIGHT ON DASH

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

SLIGHT BLOW FROM CENTRE EXHAUST JOINT

Fail 9 Oct 2013 121,931 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

CENTRE EXHAUST SUPPORT BRACKET BROKEN

HEAVY CORROSION ON EXHAUST REAR SILENCER

MANIFOLD / BRAKE SERVO PIPE LOOSE

MIL LIGHT ON DASH

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

SLIGHT BLOW FROM CENTRE EXHAUST JOINT

Fail 5 Sep 2013 121,811 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

corrosion started in rear brake hose ferrules

corrosion started in suspension components

engine management warning on

rear silencer heavily corroded

Fail 25 Sep 2012 115,201 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 115,201 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 115,201 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Battery flat

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2011 111,579 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 101,270 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 101,270 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 83,065 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 83,061 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

tyres under inflated

Pass 10 Mar 2008 65,086 miles

nearside front tyre worn off almost smooth on inside edge

oil leaks onto exhaust cat from engine and gearbox

Pass 7 Mar 2007 46,469 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 45,242 miles

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

o/s/f & n/s/r tyres worn inner edges †n/s/f tyre sidewall damage

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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MX51 UBV is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MX51 UBV, 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 MX51 UBV registered?

MX51 UBV is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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