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Y953 RCR

2001 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,574 mi
Last recorded138,574 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY953 RCR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2013 138,574 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 124,343 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2011 111,103 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2010 90,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2009 71,031 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 66,728 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 61,185 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 55,335 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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Y953 RCR is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 Y953 RCR, 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 Y953 RCR registered?

Y953 RCR is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y953 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y953 RCR shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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