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S251 LFP

1999 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,918 mi
Last recorded174,918 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2010
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS251 LFP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2010 174,918 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 10 Aug 2010 174,458 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 159,645 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 146,276 miles

parking brake needs adjustment

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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S251 LFP is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S251 LFP, 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 S251 LFP?

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What year was S251 LFP registered?

S251 LFP is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S251 LFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S251 LFP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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