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RV57 BYC

2007 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

112,298 mi
Last recorded112,298 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp70,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV57 BYC
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 112,298 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2024 111,888 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2023 111,502 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 109,273 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Sep 2021 104,961 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 101,547 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Sep 2019 97,280 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Oct 2018 94,201 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 94,201 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 90,004 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 86,377 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 81,080 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 75,166 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 68,454 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 61,731 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 52,714 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 43,144 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp?

Based on 6,808 MOT tests across 533 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
533
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 166
position lamp(s) not working 115
coil spring broken 110
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 64
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RV57 BYC is a 2007 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 70,456 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV57 BYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 19 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV57 BYC registered?

RV57 BYC is a 2007 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp, first registered on 30 September 2007.

Is RV57 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV57 BYC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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