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Y753 CGK

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY753 CGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2014
Pass 7 Aug 2013 95,990 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 95,990 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 85,066 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 82,480 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 82,480 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/ mirror glass cracked

o/s/f tyre side wall damaged not showing cords

Pass 16 Jun 2010 78,070 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 78,069 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

both rear tyres approx 3mm thick n/s/r is wearing on inner edge

rear exhaust box clamp corroded badly may start blowing if it aint changed

Pass 11 Jun 2009 75,606 miles

advise o/s/r tyre starting to perish and crack

Pass 10 Jun 2008 73,719 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 73,719 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 73,026 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 71,736 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 71,701 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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Y753 CGK 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 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y753 CGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y753 CGK registered?

Y753 CGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y753 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y753 CGK shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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