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S169 JLW

1999 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

194,895 mi
Last recorded194,895 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2016
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS169 JLW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2016 194,895 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 181,909 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 168,317 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 154,138 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 141,932 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 128,174 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 111,525 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 95,718 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 87,326 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 77,369 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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S169 JLW is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S169 JLW, 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

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What year was S169 JLW registered?

S169 JLW is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 January 1999.

Is S169 JLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S169 JLW shows 10 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 S169 JLW have outstanding finance?

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