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YR57 LCL

2007 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,514 mi
Last recorded134,514 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR57 LCL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 134,514 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 125,938 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

engine warning light on

Pass 22 Oct 2016 124,259 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2016 124,258 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking n/s of the steering rack (2.3.3b)

Power steering component(s) leaking pas pump (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

eml on

front exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 25 Mar 2015 112,425 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 99,486 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 84,375 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 84,375 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 60,863 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 43,265 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 43,093 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

both rear discs are badly corroded and need replacing

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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YR57 LCL is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YR57 LCL, 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 YR57 LCL registered?

YR57 LCL is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is YR57 LCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR57 LCL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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