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AFZ 4840

2007 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

62,087 mi
Last recorded62,087 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 4840
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 62,087 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 58,299 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 53,447 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 53,447 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 49,950 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 49,950 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam dose not lock on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 43,337 miles

all discs worn

Pass 28 Jun 2017 38,917 miles

all brake discs worn

Pass 21 Jun 2016 34,269 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 34,269 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 32,234 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 30,102 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 27,843 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 24,948 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 22,327 miles

Nail in nearside tyre

Pass 25 Jun 2010 20,548 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r disc scored

Fail 22 Jun 2010 20,542 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r disc scored

Fail 10 Nov 2009 18,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 18,491 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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AFZ 4840 is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 86,624 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AFZ 4840, 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 19 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFZ 4840?

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What year was AFZ 4840 registered?

AFZ 4840 is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is AFZ 4840 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 4840 shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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