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Y242 LAN

2001 Saab 9-3 Aero

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2008
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,464 mi
Last recorded151,464 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2007
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-3 Aero98,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY242 LAN
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Aero
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2007 151,464 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 141,591 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 123,333 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2005 108,653 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero?

Based on 678 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
5,966
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
position lamp(s) not working 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 10
coil spring broken 8
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Y242 LAN is a 2001 Saab 9-3 Aero in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-3 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 98,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y242 LAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-3 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y242 LAN registered?

Y242 LAN is a 2001 Saab 9-3 Aero, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y242 LAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y242 LAN shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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