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X381 JNH

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

81,647 mi
Last recorded81,647 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX381 JNH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 81,647 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 79,477 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 76,842 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 74,195 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 73,304 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 65,761 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from flexi pipe in-between catalytic converter and centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 65,761 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from flexi pipe in-between catalytic converter and centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both but nearside worse (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 53,705 miles

front brake pads getting low and discs worn

Pass 13 Apr 2017 41,255 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 37,137 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 33,498 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 32,172 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 24,118 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 22,500 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 19,377 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 19,070 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 18,683 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 17,083 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 10,616 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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X381 JNH is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 X381 JNH, 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

How do I check the history of X381 JNH?

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What year was X381 JNH registered?

X381 JNH is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is X381 JNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X381 JNH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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