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Y921 TGJ

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,782 mi
Last recorded152,782 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY921 TGJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 152,782 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 144,672 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 144,669 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 134,620 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 123,260 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 108,938 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 99,406 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 90,385 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 90,380 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 82,058 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 72,453 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 66,015 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 59,698 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 52,773 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 52,773 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 41,443 miles

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

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

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

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

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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Y921 TGJ is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 Y921 TGJ, 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 Y921 TGJ registered?

Y921 TGJ is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y921 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y921 TGJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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