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2001 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · D11 JCO

D11 JCO

2001 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 21 Nov 2001. Recorded mileage 145,602 miles. MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
SAAB 9-3
Year / Origin
2001 · Chester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
145,602 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 Apr 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2001
Engine
1985cc
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D11 JCO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
  • 145,602 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (7 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

D11 JCO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Nov 2026, 07:32
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Saab 9-3 (D11 JCO) between April 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.

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D11 JCO Mileage History

  1. 11/04/2024128,716 mi
  2. 11/04/2024128,716 mi
  3. 10/04/2025136,505 mi+7,789 mi
  4. 25/03/2026145,602 mi+9,097 mi
  5. 27/03/2026145,602 mi

Average of roughly 8,622 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 (OG)

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2001 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
1 dangerous defects found recently
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