2002 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · LN51 LPK
2002 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 25 Feb 2002. Recorded mileage 107,728 miles. MOT expired on 10 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,728 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LN51 LPK Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2024
- 107,728 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LN51 LPK 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 (LN51 LPK) between July 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 34 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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.
LN51 LPK Mileage History
- 15/07/202293,557 mi
- 27/07/2023100,316 mi+6,759 mi
- 22/07/2024107,728 mi+7,412 mi
Average of roughly 7,014 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 (OG)
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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