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V608 DCF

1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,260 mi
Last recorded93,260 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2007
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid130,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV608 DCF
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Tid
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2007 93,260 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 93,251 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre tread low

offside rear tyre wall cracked

Pass 28 Jun 2006 86,102 miles

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S Tid?

Based on 460 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
11,429
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
position lamp(s) not working 16
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
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V608 DCF is a 1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 130,039 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 Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V608 DCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was V608 DCF registered?

V608 DCF is a 1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V608 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V608 DCF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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