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AF02 HZV

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,407 mi
Last recorded76,407 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 HZV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 76,407 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 74,253 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 72,297 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 67,963 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 67,963 miles

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 62,536 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 57,817 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 52,089 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 46,556 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 30,481 miles

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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AF02 HZV is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 87,998 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 AF02 HZV, 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 24 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 AF02 HZV?

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What year was AF02 HZV registered?

AF02 HZV is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2002.

Is AF02 HZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 HZV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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