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AF61 YLS

2011 Saab 9-3

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

142,535 mi
Last recorded142,535 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 YLS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 142,535 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 May 2022 142,535 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 126,954 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened bearing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 108,963 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 100,853 miles

Offside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 94,638 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 847,054 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 63,923 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 44,471 miles

Cut in NSR tyre tread

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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AF61 YLS is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2011 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 77,864 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 AF61 YLS, 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 15 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF61 YLS registered?

AF61 YLS is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 December 2011.

Is AF61 YLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 YLS 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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