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Y757 XFL

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,481 mi
Last recorded119,481 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY757 XFL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 119,481 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 116,792 miles

REAR SILENCER CORRODED

SILL COVERS FITTED TO NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE

SLIGHT CORROSION TO MAIN-FEED BRAKE PIPE FRONT TO REAR

Fail 17 Nov 2016 116,780 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (3.5.1i)

REAR SILENCER CORRODED

SILL COVERS FITTED TO NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE

SLIGHT CORROSION TO MAIN-FEED BRAKE PIPE FRONT TO REAR

Pass 23 Jul 2015 110,858 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2014 109,441 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2013 107,885 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 105,906 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 105,906 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 96,571 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 92,390 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 87,381 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 81,101 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 74,037 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 74,037 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2006 65,812 miles

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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Y757 XFL is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y757 XFL, 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 Y757 XFL registered?

Y757 XFL is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is Y757 XFL safe to buy?

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