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YP02 GPX

2002 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,432 mi
Last recorded110,432 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 GPX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 110,432 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 110,432 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2016 108,855 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Feb 2016 108,855 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine management light on

Pass 13 Oct 2014 107,127 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 107,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 103,762 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 98,616 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 94,399 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

o/s/r tyre worn severly on inner areas of tread, advise replacement

Pass 17 Jan 2011 91,054 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 82,906 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 82,327 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 78,340 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 70,042 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 59,004 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 59,004 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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YP02 GPX is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 87,998 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 YP02 GPX, 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 24 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 YP02 GPX registered?

YP02 GPX is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2002.

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