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T113 GRC

1999 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

149,754 mi
Last recorded149,754 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT113 GRC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2012 149,754 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front and rear brake discs corroded

front brake balance on upper limit

Fail 14 Jun 2012 149,754 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front and rear brake discs corroded

front brake balance on upper limit

Pass 1 Jun 2011 147,169 miles

Front tyres low on tread

Pass 20 Oct 2010 139,205 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Oct 2009 133,172 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 133,172 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 127,810 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 127,810 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 117,857 miles

rear brake discs pitted

Fail 29 Aug 2007 117,857 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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T113 GRC is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T113 GRC, 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 T113 GRC registered?

T113 GRC is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 July 1999.

Is T113 GRC safe to buy?

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