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YR02 RXS

2002 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

54,910 mi
Last recorded54,910 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-387,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR02 RXS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 54,910 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 52,147 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 52,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge, cords about to show (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 46,527 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

ecu light on

Pass 6 Apr 2022 43,191 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 41,831 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 39,243 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 39,243 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 37,463 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear exhaust clamp corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 35,723 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 33,974 miles

rear tyres have age crackes

Pass 10 Apr 2015 30,958 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 27,305 miles

nsr outer tyre wall badly perished

osr outer tyre wall badly perished

Fail 17 Apr 2014 27,305 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nsr outer tyre wall badly perished

osr outer tyre wall badly perished

Pass 6 Mar 2013 26,351 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 24,206 miles

NSF Tyre Perished due to age

OSF Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2011 22,513 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 21,136 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 20,420 miles

slight binding to o/s front brake

slight damage to front number plate

Pass 25 Apr 2008 19,830 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 19,028 miles

advise nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

advise new front no plate

advise new wiper blades

Fail 11 Apr 2007 19,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

advise new front no plate

advise new wiper blades

Pass 13 Apr 2006 17,582 miles

front number plate

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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YR02 RXS is a 2002 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YR02 RXS, 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

How do I check the history of YR02 RXS?

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What year was YR02 RXS registered?

YR02 RXS is a 2002 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is YR02 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR02 RXS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR02 RXS have outstanding finance?

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