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A9 WHV

2002 Saab 9-3 Aero

Blue Other 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,133 mi
Last recorded54,133 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-3 Aero72,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 WHV
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Aero
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 54,133 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2024 53,100 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 52,674 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 51,769 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 51,721 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 49,594 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 47,638 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 46,630 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 45,713 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero?

Based on 678 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
5,966
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
position lamp(s) not working 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 10
coil spring broken 8
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A9 WHV is a 2002 Saab 9-3 Aero in Blue with a 1,985cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-3 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 72,188 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A9 WHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-3 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A9 WHV registered?

A9 WHV is a 2002 Saab 9-3 Aero, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is A9 WHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 WHV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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