2002 Saab 9-3 1.4L Petrol · YR52 OUL
2002 Saab 9-3 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 27 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 121,177 miles. MOT expired on 01 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,177 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YR52 OUL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/04/2026
- 121,177 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YR52 OUL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Saab 9-3 (YR52 OUL) between March 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
YR52 OUL Mileage History
- 17/03/2023111,749 mi
- 22/03/2024116,336 mi+4,587 mi
- 02/04/2024116,338 mi+2 mi
- 01/04/2025118,679 mi+2,341 mi
- 07/04/2026121,177 mi+2,498 mi
Average of roughly 3,083 miles per year across 5 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: Below Average
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- Engine Oil Sludge (B205/B235)Serious
Poor PCV design and long service intervals lead to oil breaking down and blocking the oil pickup strainer.
- Bulkhead CrackingSerious
The firewall where the steering rack is mounted can crack, leading to dangerous steering flex.
- Direct Ignition (DI) Cassette FailureModerate
The all-in-one ignition module fails due to heat and internal component aging.
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