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WA51 SNK

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

238,961 mi
Last recorded238,961 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 SNK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 238,961 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 238,959 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner & outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner & outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 230,095 miles

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced vehicle has been heavily plated (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 230,089 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe chafing fuel neck rubbing on wheel (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 222,235 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 216,404 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 211,732 miles

Bulkhead area corroded

Condensation in O/S Headlight

Front bottom ball joint boots deterioated

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust deterioated

Fail 29 Oct 2019 211,732 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Condensation in O/S Headlight

Dampness noted around fuel filler neck and clips deterioated

Front bottom ball joint boots deterioated

Handbrake travel noted

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust deterioated

Pass 30 Oct 2018 204,471 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 197,535 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 191,753 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 191,753 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 183,930 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 174,644 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 174,644 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 166,529 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 159,115 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 147,082 miles

both front tyres worn inner edges

front brake discs worn

Fail 24 Oct 2011 147,080 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres worn inner edges

front brake discs worn

Pass 30 Oct 2010 139,798 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 124,477 miles

os and ns front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 31 Oct 2008 114,734 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 114,734 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 106,872 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 95,504 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 82,275 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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WA51 SNK is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 87,998 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 WA51 SNK, 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 24 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 WA51 SNK registered?

WA51 SNK is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 January 2002.

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