MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : Saab : 9-3 : 2001

Saab 9-3 2001

Tests: 856

Pass rate: 64.25%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting.5.3.6(a)(i)Major17%
2Exhaust system leaking or insecure.6.1.2(a)Major15%
3Engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction.8.2.1.2(h)Major12%
4Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.1.4.2(a)(i)Major11%
5Position lamp missing or inoperative.4.2.1(a)(ii)Major10%
6Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major10%
7Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn.5.3.4(a)(i)Major8%
8Tyre with a lump, bulge or tear.5.2.3(d)(ii)Dangerous8%
9Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major7%
10Seat belt load bearing structure strength significantly reduced near an anchorage point.7.1.1(a)(i)Major7%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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