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Y197 HKU

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,766 mi
Last recorded65,766 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2008
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY197 HKU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2008 65,766 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 58,869 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 54,601 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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Y197 HKU is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y197 HKU, 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

How do I check the history of Y197 HKU?

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What year was Y197 HKU registered?

Y197 HKU is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is Y197 HKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y197 HKU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y197 HKU have outstanding finance?

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