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VX51 YRV

2002 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

153,031 mi
Last recorded153,031 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 YRV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 153,031 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 149,580 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 142,237 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 132,615 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 124,674 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 117,271 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 117,271 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 110,517 miles

FRONT DISC(S) & REAR DISC(S) SLIGHTLY CORRODED

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)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 101,184 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 92,805 miles

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

Oil leak

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

nearside headlamp damp

Pass 3 Jun 2008 90,138 miles

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

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

nearside headlamp damp inside lense

Pass 6 Dec 2007 86,993 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 13 Dec 2006 77,460 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 70,348 miles

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

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

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

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

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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VX51 YRV is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VX51 YRV, 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

How do I check the history of VX51 YRV?

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What year was VX51 YRV registered?

VX51 YRV is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 January 2002.

Is VX51 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX51 YRV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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