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T127 PGP

1999 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,157 mi
Last recorded78,157 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT127 PGP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2012 78,157 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 76,395 miles

Engine is noisy.

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

No access to Offside Rear seatbelt trapped behind seat frame.

Offside Front bumper is damaged.

Oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2010 73,485 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 73,485 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 70,831 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres perishing on areas of sidewall and tread, advise replacement

starter slow cranking during test, advise battery check

Fail 2 Mar 2009 70,831 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres perishing on areas of sidewall and tread, advise replacement

rear wiper blade incomplete, advise replacement

starter slow cranking during test, advise battery check

Pass 20 Mar 2008 68,442 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 63,609 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 60,250 miles

Electric aerial has been snapped off

Exhaust heat shield loose and rattling on exhaust

There is sealant applied to the power steering pipe union at the power steering pump

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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T127 PGP is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 T127 PGP, 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 T127 PGP registered?

T127 PGP is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is T127 PGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T127 PGP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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