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YH07 XZF

2007 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,130 mi
Last recorded98,130 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH07 XZF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 98,130 miles

Front head lamp levelling device insecure

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 13 Feb 2023 98,128 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front head lamp levelling device insecure

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 91,475 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 91,463 miles

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

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

Power steering component leaking steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 85,398 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener. (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 85,398 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener. (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perished.235/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 80,379 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All 4. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Body panel slightly loose Side skirt. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both.235/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2020 80,379 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All 4. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Body panel slightly loose Side skirt. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both.235/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 80,364 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 80,184 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 80,157 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 79,190 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 78,830 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 78,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 78,255 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 78,255 miles

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

Nearside 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 77,597 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 77,597 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 77,345 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 76,777 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 70,602 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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YH07 XZF is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YH07 XZF, 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 YH07 XZF registered?

YH07 XZF is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 April 2007.

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The MOT history for YH07 XZF shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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