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X55 PGH

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

43,086 mi
Last recorded43,086 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX55 PGH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 43,086 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 42,426 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 41,679 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 40,318 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 40,257 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 40,068 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 39,368 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 38,494 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 38,494 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2018 36,873 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 35,560 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 34,588 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 33,889 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 33,138 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 32,500 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,248 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 29,845 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 29,355 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2009 28,941 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 28,941 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 26,906 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 25,500 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 23,743 miles

slight damage to o\s\f tyre outer sidewall

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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X55 PGH is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 X55 PGH, 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 X55 PGH?

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What year was X55 PGH registered?

X55 PGH is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 January 2001.

Is X55 PGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X55 PGH shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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