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Y913 NLA

2001 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,034 mi
Last recorded103,034 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY913 NLA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 103,034 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 102,980 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 102,980 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 101,867 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 100,290 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 96,303 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 89,188 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 89,188 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 83,666 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 78,895 miles

Engine management light indicates a fault

Pass 14 Aug 2014 78,833 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 72,058 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 65,964 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 58,680 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 50,807 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 43,886 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 42,910 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 41,091 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 41,091 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 30 May 2006 39,019 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 38,885 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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Y913 NLA is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y913 NLA, 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

How do I check the history of Y913 NLA?

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What year was Y913 NLA registered?

Y913 NLA is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is Y913 NLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y913 NLA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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