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GX02 YLS

2002 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,970 mi
Last recorded98,970 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 YLS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 98,970 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 89,302 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 80,965 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 71,257 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 71,242 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 70,580 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 70,579 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 10 May 2012 70,151 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 68,982 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2011 63,893 miles

Front brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 28 Apr 2010 55,988 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 44,630 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 40,676 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 37,454 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 33,569 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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GX02 YLS is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GX02 YLS, 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 GX02 YLS registered?

GX02 YLS is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 June 2002.

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The MOT history for GX02 YLS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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