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Y568 MDA

2016 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,544 mi
Last recorded71,544 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY568 MDA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 71,544 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 71,068 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 68,060 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

handbrake low effort

Pass 14 Feb 2020 65,705 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 65,705 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Undertray insecure over tank (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 56,991 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

front & rear discs corroded

oil leak

Fail 18 Mar 2019 56,991 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

front & rear discs corroded

oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2017 52,516 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 46,323 miles

offside rear tyre cracking

Fail 12 Oct 2016 46,323 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 31 Oct 2015 43,367 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

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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Y568 MDA is a 2016 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y568 MDA, 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 10 years old, this Saab 9-3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y568 MDA registered?

Y568 MDA is a 2016 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 April 2016.

Is Y568 MDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y568 MDA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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