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V780 DGK

1999 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,579 mi
Last recorded100,579 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV780 DGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 100,579 miles

Both front tyre badly worn on inner shoulders ? Strongly advise new tyres and tracking check

Fail 24 Aug 2021 100,579 miles

Both front tyre badly worn on inner shoulders ? Strongly advise new tyres and tracking check

Offside Front Steering locking device ineffective Pinch bolt loose (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 97,307 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 96,310 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 96,309 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 94,608 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 91,659 miles

Nearside Front anti roll bar linkage slightly damaged

Pass 29 Jul 2016 87,875 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2015 85,274 miles

offside front tyre aprox.3mm tread left

Pass 7 Aug 2014 82,902 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 78,799 miles

offside rear upper suspension mounting is corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2012 75,129 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 71,421 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 68,949 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 66,188 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 61,788 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 57,904 miles

nearside rear tyre inner side wall has slight damage

slight damage to offside front outer tyre wall

Pass 23 Aug 2006 54,612 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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V780 DGK is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 V780 DGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V780 DGK registered?

V780 DGK is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V780 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V780 DGK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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