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V919 DGF

1999 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,910 mi
Last recorded81,910 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV919 DGF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2015 81,910 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 78,919 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear discs corroeded and pitted pads ok

handbrake close to max travel

Pass 25 Jun 2013 73,557 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 70,097 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 70,097 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 66,293 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 55,984 miles

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED .

Pass 22 May 2009 46,941 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 43,512 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 37,604 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD IS ON 2.0 MM MINIMUM LEGAL TREAD DEPTH LIMIT IS 1.6 MM

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD IS ON 1.9 MM MINIMUM LEGAL TREAD DEPTH LIMIT IS 1.6 MM

RECOMMEND TRACKING DUE TO FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER TREADS

Pass 10 May 2006 30,218 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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V919 DGF is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V919 DGF, 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 V919 DGF registered?

V919 DGF is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V919 DGF safe to buy?

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