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AO02 NYV

2002 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,158 mi
Last recorded78,158 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 NYV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Feb 2018 78,158 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 75,816 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 72,426 miles

Front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Offside Front wiper blade split

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

Rear exhaust mount missing (exhaust still secure)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 68,586 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 65,211 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 61,056 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 55,545 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 51,596 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 49,081 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 45,170 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 40,078 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 35,595 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 30,365 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AO02 NYV is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 AO02 NYV, 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 AO02 NYV registered?

AO02 NYV is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is AO02 NYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 NYV shows 13 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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