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Y417 HPE

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,984 mi
Last recorded103,984 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY417 HPE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 103,984 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 100,394 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 97,305 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres slightly worn on inside edge hand brake slightly sticking on nearside rear

Fail 4 Apr 2014 97,305 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front tyres slightly worn on inside edge hand brake slightly sticking on nearside rear

Pass 29 Apr 2013 95,089 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 93,309 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 86,514 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 84,619 miles

offside and nearside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Jun 2009 82,724 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 75,581 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 62,543 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 55,870 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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Y417 HPE is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y417 HPE, 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 Y417 HPE registered?

Y417 HPE is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y417 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y417 HPE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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