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PHV 493

2000 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,816 mi
Last recorded62,816 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHV 493
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 62,816 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 61,090 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 59,617 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 58,883 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 57,487 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 56,926 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 56,378 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 55,496 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 54,995 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 52,974 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 50,223 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 47,420 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 44,532 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 42,798 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 38,558 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 36,431 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 33,915 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 31,864 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 28,799 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 26,158 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 21,912 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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PHV 493 is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PHV 493, 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 PHV 493 registered?

PHV 493 is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2000.

Is PHV 493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHV 493 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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