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Y886 UGK

2001 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,560 mi
Last recorded110,560 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY886 UGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2023 110,560 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 110,304 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 110,071 miles

Surface rust to suspension components

Pass 23 Jun 2020 109,707 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

engine oil leak

handbrake cable return spring broken (osr caliper)

handbrake performance low on nsr

nsf inner wing corroded

osf floor pan corroded through( near drain bung)

Pass 4 Mar 2019 108,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion to NSF inner arch

Pass 16 Feb 2018 105,495 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 102,749 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 99,365 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 96,327 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 92,623 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 88,858 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 84,230 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 78,419 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 72,096 miles

Front Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 69,029 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 64,424 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 54,019 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 47,447 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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Y886 UGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y886 UGK, 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 Y886 UGK registered?

Y886 UGK is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y886 UGK safe to buy?

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