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V244 HDU

1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

151,020 mi
Last recorded151,020 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2007
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo103,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV244 HDU
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Turbo
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2007 151,020 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 130,073 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 130,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 106,805 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 106,805 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S Turbo?

Based on 1,094 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
7,581
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
position lamp(s) not working 53
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 29
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V244 HDU is a 1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 103,742 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 S Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V244 HDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 S Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Saab 9-3 S Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V244 HDU registered?

V244 HDU is a 1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo, first registered on 10 November 1999.

Is V244 HDU safe to buy?

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