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V862 DGK

1999 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,330 mi
Last recorded58,330 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2011
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV862 DGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2011 58,330 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 58,330 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 53,369 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 48,543 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 43,821 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 43,821 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 36,698 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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V862 DGK is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V862 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 V862 DGK registered?

V862 DGK is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V862 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V862 DGK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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