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Y439 SNB

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,972 mi
Last recorded120,972 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY439 SNB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 120,972 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 120,972 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 117,726 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 117,726 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both torn (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 114,714 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 111,007 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 106,677 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 106,671 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 100,407 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2010 93,207 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 85,803 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 76,381 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 74,201 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 59,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 May 2006 51,695 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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Y439 SNB is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y439 SNB, 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 Y439 SNB registered?

Y439 SNB is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 July 2001.

Is Y439 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y439 SNB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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