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GCZ 8778

2000 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,447 mi
Last recorded126,447 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2024
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 8778
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024 126,447 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2024
Fail 12 Aug 2024 126,423 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 126,073 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 126,037 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 122,804 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 120,359 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 117,484 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 68,921 miles

engine oil leak

offside rear tyre cracking at tread

slight sweat and play in nearside front strut

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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GCZ 8778 is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GCZ 8778, 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

How do I check the history of GCZ 8778?

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What year was GCZ 8778 registered?

GCZ 8778 is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is GCZ 8778 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCZ 8778 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCZ 8778 have outstanding finance?

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