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X985 XVG

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,610 mi
Last recorded44,610 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX985 XVG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 44,610 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 43,594 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 42,391 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres are cracking in tread and sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 41,584 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres are cracking in tread and on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 41,081 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking in tread and sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 39,994 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 37,680 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 36,505 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 35,628 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 34,452 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2017 33,496 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 32,304 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 30,852 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 29,424 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 28,044 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 26,567 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 24,455 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 22,126 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 20,208 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 18,728 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 16,841 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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X985 XVG is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 X985 XVG, 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 X985 XVG registered?

X985 XVG is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 February 2001.

Is X985 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X985 XVG shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X985 XVG have outstanding finance?

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