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MM51 TYF

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

101,808 mi
Last recorded101,808 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM51 TYF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2014 101,808 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 95,366 miles

Front & Rear wiper blades split, Nail nearside rear tyre, Offside rear tyre out of shape & perishing.

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 90,078 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 90,078 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 83,398 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 76,924 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 64,847 miles

damage to windscreen. wear in offside and nearside front lower arm centre bushes.

Pass 19 Oct 2007 55,761 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 55,747 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 47,091 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 47,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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MM51 TYF is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 90,711 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 MM51 TYF, 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 25 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 MM51 TYF registered?

MM51 TYF is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is MM51 TYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM51 TYF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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