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X968 BAA

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,900 mi
Last recorded58,900 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX968 BAA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 May 2025 58,900 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 58,267 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 55,538 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 53,339 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 52,535 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 50,366 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 49,199 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 47,651 miles

rear exhaust clamp badly rusted

Pass 5 Jan 2012 46,328 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 44,808 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 42,813 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 39,195 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 35,245 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 31,839 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 26,305 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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X968 BAA is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X968 BAA, 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 X968 BAA registered?

X968 BAA is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X968 BAA safe to buy?

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