2002 Saab 9-3 2.2L Diesel · HF51 LXC
2002 Saab 9-3 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 18 Jan 2002. Recorded mileage 256,172 miles. MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 256,172 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HF51 LXC Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/11/2022
- 256,172 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HF51 LXC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Saab 9-3 (HF51 LXC) between November 2021 and November 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 November 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
HF51 LXC Mileage History
- 12/11/2021248,902 mi
- 18/11/2021248,913 mi+11 mi
- 16/11/2022256,172 mi+7,259 mi
Average of roughly 7,199 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 (OG)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Engine Oil Sludge (B205/B235)Serious
Poor PCV design and long service intervals lead to oil breaking down and blocking the oil pickup strainer.
- Bulkhead CrackingSerious
The firewall where the steering rack is mounted can crack, leading to dangerous steering flex.
- Direct Ignition (DI) Cassette FailureModerate
The all-in-one ignition module fails due to heat and internal component aging.
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