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AY51 JVG

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,001 mi
Last recorded57,001 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 JVG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2023 57,001 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 55,653 miles

Both front shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive From gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2021 55,642 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 55,344 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 54,530 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 53,049 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 51,546 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 49,089 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 47,091 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 43,484 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 39,586 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 37,312 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 34,109 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 31,765 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 28,967 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 25,298 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 24,188 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 22,934 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 21,871 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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AY51 JVG is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 90,711 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 AY51 JVG, 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 25 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY51 JVG registered?

AY51 JVG is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is AY51 JVG safe to buy?

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