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J48 FAP

1999 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,844 mi
Last recorded149,844 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ48 FAP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2015 149,844 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 147,620 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 138,796 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 126,963 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 115,796 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 106,330 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 97,004 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 86,135 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 75,847 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 67,954 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 59,135 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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J48 FAP is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 98,368 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 J48 FAP, 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 27 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 J48 FAP?

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What year was J48 FAP registered?

J48 FAP is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 December 1999.

Is J48 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J48 FAP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J48 FAP have outstanding finance?

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