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Y571 UKJ

2001 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,057 mi
Last recorded104,057 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY571 UKJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 104,057 miles

•outer sill covers fitted, not allowing a full inspection

Fail 5 Jun 2018 104,057 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

•outer sill covers fitted, not allowing a full inspection

Pass 8 Jun 2017 95,584 miles

outer sill covers fitted, not allowing a full inspection

Pass 8 Jun 2016 89,627 miles

both rear tyres wearing on the inner edges

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2015 84,552 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 84,552 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 79,457 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 74,210 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 69,212 miles

Engine management warning light stays on

front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 May 2011 65,203 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 60,248 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 1 Jun 2009 55,218 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 49,067 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 49,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 May 2007 38,562 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 27,039 miles

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

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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Y571 UKJ is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y571 UKJ, 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 Y571 UKJ registered?

Y571 UKJ is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2001.

Is Y571 UKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y571 UKJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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