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FY02 PZZ

2002 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,157 mi
Last recorded142,157 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 PZZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Dec 2013 142,157 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 142,157 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 100,649 miles

signs of fluid at base of power steering resevoir

Pass 4 Jul 2011 94,276 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 94,276 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 89,610 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 89,610 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 84,724 miles

cycle rack partially covers rear registration plate when fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2008 80,800 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 73,481 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 73,481 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 60,001 miles

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

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 PZZ is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PZZ, 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.

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What year was FY02 PZZ registered?

FY02 PZZ is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is FY02 PZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY02 PZZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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