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YR57 PZE

2007 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

138,843 mi
Last recorded138,843 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR57 PZE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 138,843 miles

front brake disc backing plates deteriorated

front shock absorbers light misting of oil and corroded

n/s/r jacking block missing

rear axle bushes deteriorated

rear discs and pads worn o/s/r 90%

Pass 19 Jul 2023 135,113 miles

n/s/r suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated

o/s/r suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated

rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 23 May 2023 134,194 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear axle bushes worn

Pass 18 Jul 2022 128,815 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 118,900 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 118,695 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi split (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached mounting bracket corroded away (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached mounting bracket corroded away (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 112,428 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2020 112,428 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 104,295 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 101,042 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 101,039 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

front brake discs inner face's poor condition

Pass 21 Sep 2017 94,829 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Sep 2017 94,829 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear brake disc(s) poor condition

Pass 3 Oct 2016 82,098 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 78,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 78,379 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 74,864 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 66,704 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 53,212 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 46,021 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 32,343 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 PZE is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 PZE, 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 PZE registered?

YR57 PZE is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is YR57 PZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR57 PZE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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