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FY02 GZV

2002 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,251 mi
Last recorded89,251 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 GZV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2015 89,251 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 89,247 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 85,848 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 81,823 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 78,095 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 73,624 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 65,540 miles

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

vehicle presenter be aware that both the nearside and offside rear tyres have cuts around the entire outer side wall

Pass 7 Oct 2009 60,840 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 57,273 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 53,680 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 50,754 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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FY02 GZV is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FY02 GZV, 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 FY02 GZV registered?

FY02 GZV is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is FY02 GZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY02 GZV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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