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X188 BPB

2001 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,232 mi
Last recorded143,232 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX188 BPB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2016 143,232 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear fuel neck clip broken but not leaking

Pass 27 Jan 2015 134,554 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 126,201 miles

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

all vehicle floor slightly corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2013 123,558 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 123,558 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 117,861 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 108,765 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

front wiper blade rubbers splitting

some cracking/perishing to o/s/r tyre

Pass 9 Feb 2010 98,900 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 91,347 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 83,490 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 75,344 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 31,323 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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X188 BPB is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X188 BPB, 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 X188 BPB registered?

X188 BPB is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X188 BPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X188 BPB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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