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X237 PGO

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

82,064 mi
Last recorded82,064 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX237 PGO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2020 82,064 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 81,947 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 80,479 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 29 Mar 2017 77,019 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 72,313 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe max corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 67,717 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2014 63,230 miles

Cracks found in tread of both rear tyres. No ply seen during test.

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 54,174 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 44,965 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 41,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 41,222 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 39,977 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 37,750 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 35,320 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 35,318 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 35,303 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 35,303 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 32,131 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 28,960 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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X237 PGO is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X237 PGO, 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 X237 PGO registered?

X237 PGO is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X237 PGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X237 PGO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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