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X722 FGO

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,311 mi
Last recorded111,311 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX722 FGO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 111,311 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 110,719 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes in centre of arms (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust joint corroded

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 110,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes in centre of arms (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust joint corroded

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 108,613 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal Steering Rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 108,612 miles

Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal Steering Rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 May 2015 105,874 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear seatbelts not inspected due to load area being full

Pass 25 Mar 2014 102,115 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 102,115 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 96,098 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 92,284 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)

Fail 15 Feb 2011 88,589 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 88,589 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 85,248 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2010 85,248 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 79,312 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 79,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 74,460 miles

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

handbrake requires adjustment

Pass 21 Sep 2006 65,489 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

hand brake needs adjusting

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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X722 FGO is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X722 FGO, 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 X722 FGO registered?

X722 FGO is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 9 January 2001.

Is X722 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X722 FGO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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