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AK02 EYW

2002 Saab 9-3

Beige Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,640 mi
Last recorded121,640 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 EYW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2015 121,640 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 116,596 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 111,690 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 105,284 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2011 99,594 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 91,043 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 81,071 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 75,788 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 67,301 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 61,866 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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AK02 EYW is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK02 EYW, 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

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What year was AK02 EYW registered?

AK02 EYW is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2002.

Is AK02 EYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK02 EYW shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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