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V193 FPE

2000 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,871 mi
Last recorded134,871 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV193 FPE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 134,871 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 130,541 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak at sump

gearbox oil leak

Fail 23 Feb 2016 130,541 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings under passengers seat (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak at sump

gearbox oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2015 125,613 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 120,249 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 114,085 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 106,461 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 99,534 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 92,750 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 2 May 2009 88,520 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 85,055 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2008 85,045 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 80,878 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 75,135 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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V193 FPE is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 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 V193 FPE, 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 26 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 V193 FPE registered?

V193 FPE is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 February 2000.

Is V193 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V193 FPE 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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