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DN52 YCY

2002 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,207 mi
Last recorded115,207 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 YCY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 115,207 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 110,233 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 2 May 2014 104,420 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2014 104,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 100,356 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 98,001 miles

Nearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

one of two centre exaust mountains missing

Pass 21 Apr 2012 98,001 miles

one of two centre exaust mountains missing

Pass 21 Apr 2011 90,175 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 79,318 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2009 70,677 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 67,018 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 61,194 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 59,492 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 54,319 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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DN52 YCY is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN52 YCY, 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 DN52 YCY registered?

DN52 YCY is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is DN52 YCY safe to buy?

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