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Y616 NLH

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,394 mi
Last recorded56,394 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY616 NLH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 56,394 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 56,358 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 56,108 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 55,151 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 52,062 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 47,695 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 42,707 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 40,816 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

enging mangement light on

front number plate damaged

nearside front tyre scrubbing outside edge

Fail 30 Nov 2009 40,816 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

enging mangement light on

front number plate damaged

nearside front tyre scrubbing outside edge

Pass 3 Apr 2008 34,419 miles

Damage to front number plate

Pass 5 Mar 2007 30,185 miles

Managment light on

Pass 3 Mar 2006 26,633 miles

Slight damage to front number plate

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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Y616 NLH is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y616 NLH, 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 Y616 NLH registered?

Y616 NLH is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is Y616 NLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y616 NLH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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