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V903 ETS

1999 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

90,520 mi
Last recorded90,520 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV903 ETS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2021 90,520 miles

Brake performance not tested due to hydraulic leak (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch has sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (brake pipe burst) (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear exhaust in poor condition

vehicle very corroded underneath

Pass 14 Nov 2020 89,481 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear wheel arch very corroded

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 86,208 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 86,206 miles

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2018 77,172 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 77,172 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 71,271 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 68,079 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 62,233 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 58,354 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Oct 2014 58,354 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 56,821 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 55,485 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 53,557 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 51,565 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 48,518 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 48,517 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 45,109 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 40,949 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 33,015 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 28,443 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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V903 ETS is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 V903 ETS, 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 V903 ETS registered?

V903 ETS is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V903 ETS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V903 ETS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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