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Y524 DGK

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,181 mi
Last recorded61,181 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY524 DGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 61,181 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 61,180 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 60,067 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 57,263 miles

Crankshaft bottom pulley starting to throw replacement recommened

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

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

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

Transmission oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2013 53,144 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 50,204 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 1 Jul 2011 45,266 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 39,990 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 32,042 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 32,040 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 27,803 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 24,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

front No plate cracked

Pass 4 Jun 2007 24,371 miles

front No plate cracked

Pass 19 Jun 2006 21,139 miles

front No. plate cracked

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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Y524 DGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y524 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 Y524 DGK registered?

Y524 DGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y524 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y524 DGK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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