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Y246 LAN

2001 Saab 9-3 Aero

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,345 mi
Last recorded51,345 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2009
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-3 Aero98,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY246 LAN
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Aero
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2009 51,345 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 50,483 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 49,149 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 49,149 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero?

Based on 678 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
5,966
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
position lamp(s) not working 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 10
coil spring broken 8
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Y246 LAN is a 2001 Saab 9-3 Aero in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-3 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 98,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y246 LAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-3 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y246 LAN registered?

Y246 LAN is a 2001 Saab 9-3 Aero, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y246 LAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y246 LAN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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