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V536 FBK

1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

152,102 mi
Last recorded152,102 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2008
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo103,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV536 FBK
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Turbo
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2008 152,102 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 152,102 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 13,389 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 119,389 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 119,324 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2005 106,284 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Aug 2005 106,284 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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V536 FBK is a 1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 V536 FBK, 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 V536 FBK registered?

V536 FBK is a 1999 Saab 9-3 S Turbo, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V536 FBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V536 FBK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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