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A5 YEP

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

93,121 mi
Last recorded93,121 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 YEP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 93,121 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 93,121 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 90,871 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2025 90,871 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 88,544 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 88,544 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 86,831 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 85,130 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 83,602 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 81,652 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 78,865 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 75,127 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 71,915 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 67,802 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 64,437 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 61,538 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 61,514 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 59,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust silencer clamp missing

Pass 19 Jan 2012 55,928 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 52,573 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 48,193 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 44,513 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 41,431 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 31,562 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 30,516 miles

front and rear brake discs rust on outer edge of disc

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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A5 YEP is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 90,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 YEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 YEP?

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What year was A5 YEP registered?

A5 YEP is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is A5 YEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 YEP shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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