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YR57 PYB

2007 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,530 mi
Last recorded105,530 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR57 PYB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 105,530 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 105,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 100,502 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus side wall damage (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 95,609 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 91,556 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 86,328 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 83,264 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 78,731 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 78,730 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 72,388 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 65,331 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 59,248 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 52,752 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 47,421 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 40,962 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 35,667 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 29,991 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 24,000 miles

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

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 PYB is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YR57 PYB, 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 YR57 PYB registered?

YR57 PYB is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2007.

Is YR57 PYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR57 PYB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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