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X572 PBY

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,645 mi
Last recorded67,645 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX572 PBY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 67,645 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 64,561 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 59,738 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 55,379 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 51,666 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 48,243 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre has age cracks

Fail 10 Dec 2014 47,743 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorated (not showing cords)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 47,743 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorated (not showing cords)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 47,209 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside mirror glass cracked

Pass 12 Dec 2012 46,511 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 45,463 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 45,459 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 44,534 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre poor condition

Pass 23 Nov 2009 43,041 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 41,320 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 39,209 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 37,468 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 37,390 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

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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X572 PBY is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 X572 PBY, 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 X572 PBY registered?

X572 PBY is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X572 PBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X572 PBY shows 18 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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