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P6 EMW

1999 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,562 mi
Last recorded47,562 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 EMW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 47,562 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 16 Mar 2020 47,516 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside condensation in headlight

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 22 Mar 2019 47,117 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 19 Mar 2018 47,045 miles

both front tyres deteriorating

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 30 Mar 2017 46,985 miles

both front tyres deteriorating

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

wipers starting to smear

Pass 8 Mar 2016 46,646 miles

some engine covers fitted,

Pass 10 Mar 2015 46,305 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 45,644 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking on the inner tyre wall

Offside rear tyre cracking on the inner tyre wall

Pass 19 Mar 2013 45,215 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 44,607 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 44,607 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 43,988 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 42,299 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 39,261 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 39,261 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 35,570 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,889 miles

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 26,604 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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P6 EMW is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P6 EMW, 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 P6 EMW?

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What year was P6 EMW registered?

P6 EMW is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is P6 EMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P6 EMW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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