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V842 MOF

1999 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,876 mi
Last recorded187,876 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2009
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV842 MOF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2009 187,876 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 168,532 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

nearside rear tyre has cut inside wall

Pass 25 Apr 2007 149,058 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 122,482 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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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V842 MOF is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V842 MOF, 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 V842 MOF registered?

V842 MOF is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V842 MOF safe to buy?

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