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V825 DRN

1999 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

144,455 mi
Last recorded144,455 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV825 DRN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 144,455 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both rear axle bushes worn/slight play

corrosion underneath

exhaust system corroded/rear clamp corroded but exhaust secure

steering rack has slight seepage of oil

Fail 27 Jun 2019 144,455 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch/outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both rear axle bushes worn/slight play

corrosion underneath

exhaust system corroded/rear clamp corroded but exhaust secure

steering rack has slight seepage of oil

Pass 30 Jun 2018 142,714 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 142,700 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 142,337 miles

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs slightly surface corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2010 140,692 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside front tyre

all 4 tyres perished

exahust back box well corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2009 139,343 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 139,343 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Mar 2008 129,088 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 129,088 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 114,749 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 114,749 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 103,738 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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V825 DRN is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 V825 DRN, 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 V825 DRN registered?

V825 DRN is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 October 1999.

Is V825 DRN safe to buy?

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