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WJ02 TXB

2002 Saab 9-3

Beige Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

121,160 mi
Last recorded121,160 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 TXB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 121,160 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine warning light on dash

high level brake light inop

Pass 26 Sep 2013 113,444 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 113,440 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 102,814 miles

exhaust back corroded clamp missing

o/s/r brake disc light corrosion

oil weep

Fail 18 Sep 2012 102,753 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

mill light on dash

o/s/r tyre worn inside

Pass 1 Sep 2011 91,611 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 91,611 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

O/s/r brake disc corroded,poss.due to siezed brake pads,advise to service pads and caliper.

Pass 27 Aug 2010 79,251 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 75,903 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 75,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 67,239 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/F inner cv boot leaking grease

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2008 67,239 miles

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

O/S/F inner cv boot leaking grease

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2007 53,597 miles

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs corroded

slight wear detected in upper steering column

Pass 30 Oct 2006 42,672 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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WJ02 TXB is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 WJ02 TXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ02 TXB registered?

WJ02 TXB is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is WJ02 TXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ02 TXB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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