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V848 LJB

2000 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,342 mi
Last recorded116,342 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV848 LJB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2020 116,342 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 112,980 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2018 111,677 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2017 109,899 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 108,154 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2015 106,805 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 104,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 3 Jan 2013 102,409 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 100,684 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2011 97,848 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 92,077 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2009 89,124 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 87,115 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 79,771 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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V848 LJB is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 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 V848 LJB, 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 26 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 V848 LJB registered?

V848 LJB is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 January 2000.

Is V848 LJB safe to buy?

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