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YCZ 8239

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,686 mi
Last recorded127,686 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCZ 8239
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2016 127,686 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 113,498 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 106,427 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 97,626 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 85,050 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 82,984 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 82,948 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 80,192 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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YCZ 8239 is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YCZ 8239, 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 YCZ 8239 registered?

YCZ 8239 is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is YCZ 8239 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCZ 8239 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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