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X705 UCV

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

187,831 mi
Last recorded187,831 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX705 UCV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2013 187,831 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r brake dustshield corroded

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 19 Jan 2012 179,119 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust section in poor condition

Fail 9 Jan 2012 178,955 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear exhaust section slightly corroded and bracket rusty - may require attention soon

Pass 26 Jan 2011 171,880 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 168,187 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 161,997 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

offside front tyre slight side wall damage

Pass 2 Feb 2008 156,053 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 149,649 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 143,294 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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X705 UCV is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X705 UCV, 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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What year was X705 UCV registered?

X705 UCV is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X705 UCV safe to buy?

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