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AV57 AUO

2007 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

164,965 mi
Last recorded164,965 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 AUO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 164,965 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 155,959 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 143,181 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 130,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 119,615 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 119,611 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 100,059 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 87,287 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 87,287 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 77,115 miles

Front both tyres wearing low

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear nail in tyre

covers fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2016 71,303 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 62,622 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 51,652 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 43,306 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2012 43,306 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 35,191 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

dash reports "SERVICE DUE"

Pass 4 Sep 2010 27,096 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)

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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AV57 AUO is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 AV57 AUO, 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

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What year was AV57 AUO registered?

AV57 AUO is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is AV57 AUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV57 AUO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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