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Y891 DAU

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

143,552 mi
Last recorded143,552 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY891 DAU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 143,552 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 137,524 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 137,524 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion shocker mount (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 135,263 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 135,242 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 May 2014 132,103 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 16 Apr 2013 129,457 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 129,457 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 125,324 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 120,499 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 113,294 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 107,680 miles

n/s rear tyre condition

Pass 22 Apr 2008 102,117 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 96,706 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 88,953 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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Y891 DAU is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel 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 Y891 DAU, 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 Y891 DAU registered?

Y891 DAU is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 May 2001.

Is Y891 DAU safe to buy?

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