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T157 ABD

1999 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,464 mi
Last recorded129,464 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2009
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT157 ABD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2009 129,464 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 129,464 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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T157 ABD is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 T157 ABD, 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 T157 ABD registered?

T157 ABD is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is T157 ABD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T157 ABD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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