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X278 UMA

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

204,523 mi
Last recorded204,523 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 UMA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2018 204,523 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 199,233 miles

nearside floorpan corrosion

Pass 20 Jan 2016 184,854 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 174,255 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 162,280 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 149,571 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 131,076 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 119,037 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 107,784 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 95,626 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 85,591 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 73,824 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 62,477 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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X278 UMA is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 X278 UMA, 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.

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How do I check the history of X278 UMA?

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What year was X278 UMA registered?

X278 UMA is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X278 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X278 UMA shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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