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Y209 TKK

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,692 mi
Last recorded155,692 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY209 TKK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 155,692 miles

rear brake discs corroding

Pass 26 Jun 2013 140,088 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres uneven wear

Fail 25 Jun 2013 140,087 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres uneven wear

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 126,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Slight play in steering rack mounting bushes

Pass 17 Jul 2012 126,456 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Slight play in steering rack mounting bushes

Pass 4 Jul 2011 118,336 miles

corrsion to both front wheel archs, rear brake discs pitted

Pass 30 Jan 2010 108,854 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 94,618 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside rear tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 12 Feb 2008 76,711 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007
Pass 21 Mar 2006 59,894 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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Y209 TKK is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y209 TKK, 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.

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What year was Y209 TKK registered?

Y209 TKK is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2001.

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