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DRZ 4693

2000 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,678 mi
Last recorded75,678 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 4693
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 75,678 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 72,168 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2016 70,558 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 66,806 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 59,061 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 49,602 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 49,122 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 49,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 47,982 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 38,294 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 34,070 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 27,785 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyres heaverly cracked on inside wall but not showing inner cord at present 205/50R16W

rear number plate starting to deteriate but not to excess at present

Fail 24 Mar 2007 27,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyres heaverly cracked on inside wall but not showing inner cord at present 205/50R16W

rear number plate starting to deteriate but not to excess at present

Pass 8 Mar 2006 21,118 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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DRZ 4693 is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DRZ 4693, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRZ 4693 registered?

DRZ 4693 is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is DRZ 4693 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 4693 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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