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X211 DOD

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,027 mi
Last recorded103,027 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX211 DOD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2015 103,027 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 94,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic sill covers fitted both sides

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 93,611 miles

rear number plate has deteriorated on top edge

Fail 15 Mar 2013 93,608 miles

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

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

rear number plate has deteriorated on top edge

Pass 10 Apr 2012 90,911 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre is wearing on inside edge

rear no plate is deteriating

Pass 6 Apr 2011 86,251 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 31 Mar 2010 80,214 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 70,411 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

drivers door mirror is damaged

engine is low on oil

Pass 5 Mar 2008 63,939 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 50,989 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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X211 DOD is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 X211 DOD, 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 X211 DOD registered?

X211 DOD is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X211 DOD safe to buy?

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