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V865 KPU

1999 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,402 mi
Last recorded169,402 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV865 KPU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 169,402 miles

UNDERSEAL ON UNDERSIDE

Fail 25 May 2018 169,398 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH REAR (4.4.3 (a))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NUMEROUS AREAS OF FLOOR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

UNDERSEAL ON UNDERSIDE

Pass 5 Aug 2016 169,261 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 26 Jun 2015 160,992 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 152,136 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 142,941 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 134,435 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 123,642 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake pipe unions starting to corrode

jubilee clips on brake pipes corroded

rear brake disc pitted

Fail 28 Jun 2011 123,642 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

brake pipe unions starting to corrode

jubilee clips on brake pipes corroded

rear brake disc pitted

segments of the high level brake light inop

Pass 24 Jun 2010 113,689 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 105,112 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

black mark on rear number plate

Pass 13 May 2008 94,976 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 86,529 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 77,475 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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V865 KPU is a 1999 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 85.7%.

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 V865 KPU, 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 V865 KPU registered?

V865 KPU is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 November 1999.

Is V865 KPU safe to buy?

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