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Y483 DGK

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,357 mi
Last recorded52,357 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY483 DGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 52,357 miles

both front tyres worn on edges 205/50v16

o.s.f tyre sidewall damaged 205/50v16

o.s.r tyre sidewall damaged 205/50v16

Pass 16 Mar 2017 46,640 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 46,640 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 35,004 miles

Nearside Rear tyre stepped inner shoulder 205/50v16

both offside tyres sidewall damaged 205/50v16

Pass 31 Mar 2015 22,426 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 22,270 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 21,622 miles

n/s/f tyre scuffed

Fail 8 May 2013 21,622 miles

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

n/s/f tyre scuffed

Pass 10 May 2012 20,861 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 19,930 miles

offside rear tyre slight sidewall scuffs/damage evident

Pass 4 May 2010 19,349 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 18,564 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 17,892 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 17,032 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 15,599 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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Y483 DGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y483 DGK, 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 Y483 DGK registered?

Y483 DGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2001.

Is Y483 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y483 DGK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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