CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y324 PVJ

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,892 mi
Last recorded71,892 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY324 PVJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2013 71,892 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 71,892 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 70,022 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 70,022 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 64,944 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 59,742 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 59,742 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 54,099 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 48,634 miles

offside rear tyre slightly cracked on side wall

Pass 30 Oct 2007 45,389 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 38,231 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o /s wiper starting to split

Pass 28 Feb 2006 35,053 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y324 PVJ is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y324 PVJ, 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 Y324 PVJ?

You can check the full history of Y324 PVJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y324 PVJ registered?

Y324 PVJ is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 July 2001.

Is Y324 PVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y324 PVJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y324 PVJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y324 PVJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.