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X189 JSU

2001 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,989 mi
Last recorded131,989 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX189 JSU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2014 131,989 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 127,922 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 118,637 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 107,253 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 92,413 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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X189 JSU is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X189 JSU, 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 X189 JSU registered?

X189 JSU is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is X189 JSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X189 JSU shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X189 JSU have outstanding finance?

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