2001 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · Y966 AEX
2001 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2001. Recorded mileage 43,217 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,217 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y966 AEX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
- 43,217 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y966 AEX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Saab 9-3 (Y966 AEX) between June 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Y966 AEX Mileage History
- 05/06/202340,568 mi
- 03/06/202441,395 mi+827 mi
- 30/05/202542,156 mi+761 mi
- 04/06/202643,217 mi+1,061 mi
Average of roughly 884 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 (OG)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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The firewall where the steering rack is mounted can crack, leading to dangerous steering flex.
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