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N710 NSU

1996 Saab 9-3

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,452 mi
Last recorded141,452 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN710 NSU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2009 141,452 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

windscreen waeher bottle leaking advise

Pass 13 Sep 2008 132,076 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 120,218 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 100,608 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 99,593 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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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N710 NSU is a 1996 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N710 NSU, 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 30 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 N710 NSU registered?

N710 NSU is a 1996 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N710 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N710 NSU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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