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YH57 EKF

2007 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

144,519 mi
Last recorded144,519 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH57 EKF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 144,519 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

advise wheel aches

Pass 25 Aug 2021 140,646 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

off side front and near side front inner cv boots are perishing

Fail 11 Aug 2021 140,636 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EML on

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

off side front and near side front inner cv boots are perishing

Pass 7 Dec 2020 138,056 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber mount has a bolt missing but but still secure

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 131,751 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 123,889 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 118,379 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Oct 2016 98,928 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 95,969 miles

offside rear shock absorber upper bolt missing but not insecure

under trays fitted

Fail 20 Nov 2015 95,969 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside rear shock absorber upper bolt missing but not insecure

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2014 90,055 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 84,614 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 74,476 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside 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)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 74,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside 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)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 63,699 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 49,375 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 49,375 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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YH57 EKF is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YH57 EKF, 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.

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What year was YH57 EKF registered?

YH57 EKF is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2007.

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The MOT history for YH57 EKF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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