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Y474 GHP

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

82,835 mi
Last recorded82,835 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY474 GHP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 82,835 miles

Oil leak ()

engine management light on.

screen damaged o/s lower

Fail 21 Jun 2017 82,817 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre flexible joint (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

engine management light on.

screen damaged o/s lower

Pass 27 Jun 2016 79,570 miles

Engine light on indicating fault

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 75,941 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2014 71,807 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

n/s/front mirror broken

Pass 12 Jun 2013 69,728 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 67,130 miles

Oil leak

o/s fog lamp lens broken

rear exhaust box clamp corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2011 55,901 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 45,342 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 42,866 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jul 2008 40,146 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 38,631 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 34,931 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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Y474 GHP is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y474 GHP, 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 Y474 GHP registered?

Y474 GHP is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y474 GHP safe to buy?

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