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A16 GDM

2000 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

154,281 mi
Last recorded154,281 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 GDM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 154,281 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 151,822 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 149,549 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 147,620 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 147,620 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2011 144,569 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 141,067 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 135,059 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 135,037 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 131,393 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 122,925 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 122,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged (2.3.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

Front number plate cracked

Nearside front tyre worn on edges

Nearside rear tyre has slight cut to outer sidewall

Offside driveshaft inner gaiter leaking grease

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 May 2006 110,243 miles

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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A16 GDM is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 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 A16 GDM, 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 26 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A16 GDM registered?

A16 GDM is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2000.

Is A16 GDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 GDM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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