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X947 UOK

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

133,570 mi
Last recorded133,570 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX947 UOK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2016 133,570 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 133,566 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

rear exhaust blowing at pipe entry

Pass 18 Aug 2015 126,338 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 118,602 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 118,602 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2013 116,555 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2012 113,218 miles

Oil leak

n/s front tyre worn on edge

Pass 4 Oct 2011 111,072 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 111,031 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 108,711 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2009 107,610 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 107,609 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front noise coming from wheel area when on full lock?

offside front tyre flat

rear exhaust heat shield lose

Pass 18 Jan 2008 102,608 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 87,629 miles

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

nearside front tyre has a cut on the outer sidewall

Pass 20 Jan 2006 75,035 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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X947 UOK is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X947 UOK, 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 X947 UOK?

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What year was X947 UOK registered?

X947 UOK is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X947 UOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X947 UOK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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