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V774 DJF

1999 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

151,142 mi
Last recorded151,142 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV774 DJF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2012 151,142 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 151,142 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 140,168 miles

vehicle presented for retest with fuel level on minimum no leaks visible at time of retest

Fail 1 Oct 2011 139,937 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 132,200 miles

rear exhaust poor condition

Fail 29 Sep 2010 132,200 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear exhaust poor condition

Pass 10 Jul 2008 129,108 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 129,108 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 127,577 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 122,889 miles

exhaust rear box to interpipe clamp corroded

rear wiper blade defective

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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V774 DJF is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 98,368 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V774 DJF, 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 27 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V774 DJF registered?

V774 DJF is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V774 DJF safe to buy?

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