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YD07 HWS

2007 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

131,144 mi
Last recorded131,144 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD07 HWS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 131,144 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Screen washer reservoir leaking

Fail 17 Oct 2025 131,144 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Screen washer reservoir leaking

Pass 6 Nov 2024 127,447 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 127,444 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid reservoir leaking (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot leaking

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 125,893 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 123,393 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 119,204 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 114,736 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 114,736 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords All four (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 110,357 miles

All tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 Mar 2018 104,206 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 73,461 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 8,287 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 8,287 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 73,618 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 64,572 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 54,579 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 44,465 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2012 44,465 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 35,898 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 26,579 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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YD07 HWS is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 86,624 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 YD07 HWS, 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 19 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD07 HWS registered?

YD07 HWS is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 March 2007.

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The MOT history for YD07 HWS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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