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S44 BTO

1999 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,859 mi
Last recorded77,859 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS44 BTO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 77,859 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 77,326 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 77,161 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 76,791 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 76,243 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 76,243 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear tyre spliting

Pass 10 Nov 2014 75,666 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 74,644 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 72,740 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 70,992 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 68,257 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 66,090 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 66,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

n/s/f tyrewall damaged

n/s/r & o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2006 63,356 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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S44 BTO is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S44 BTO, 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.

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What year was S44 BTO registered?

S44 BTO is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 April 1999.

Is S44 BTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S44 BTO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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