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V312 NGF

2000 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

107,450 mi
Last recorded107,450 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV312 NGF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 107,450 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

has corrosion under body and sills but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

welding repairs have been covered in underseal

Pass 24 Jul 2024 97,879 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

has been welded in various places

has corrosion under body and sills but not considered excessive

Fail 24 Jul 2024 97,846 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point, welding de-bonded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

has corrosion under body and sills but not considered excessive

Pass 7 Nov 2022 91,462 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 91,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 80,396 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Oct 2021 80,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Road wheel fixing missing From all four wheels. (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Sep 2020 77,114 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear exhaust very rusty and temp repair

oil leak on eng /spear tyre flat

rear washer not working

small chips on front screen

Fail 2 Sep 2020 77,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

oil leak on eng /spear tyre flat

rear washer not working

small chips on front screen

Pass 22 Aug 2019 73,882 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported center (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

fuel filler neck hose clip loose

Fail 22 Aug 2019 73,875 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported center (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

fuel filler neck hose clip loose

Pass 29 Aug 2018 71,501 miles

Fuel filler neck jubilee clip broken.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported centre clip broken (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 71,489 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel filler neck jubilee clip broken.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported centre clip broken (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 70,405 miles

Nearside Rear 1 brake pipe clip half broken,

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 67,568 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 65,252 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 63,089 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 61,165 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 60,276 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 59,155 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2010 57,863 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 56,055 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 52,407 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 48,158 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 43,488 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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V312 NGF is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 V312 NGF, 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 V312 NGF registered?

V312 NGF is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V312 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V312 NGF shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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