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FY02 RBF

2002 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

163,153 mi
Last recorded163,153 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 RBF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 163,153 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres low on tread on inner edges

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 28 Sep 2013 154,609 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 154,608 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 146,283 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2011 134,370 miles

Nearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both registration plates deteriorating

Pass 6 Oct 2010 121,719 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 108,262 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 108,262 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 103,827 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 93,875 miles

Front registration plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 19 Apr 2007 84,394 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 72,415 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 RBF is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RBF, 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 RBF registered?

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

Is FY02 RBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY02 RBF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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