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V941 JST

1999 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,511 mi
Last recorded35,511 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV941 JST
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 35,511 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 35,489 miles

Offside Front Outer abs ring corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2020 35,456 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 35,456 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 35,348 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 35,174 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under shields fitted to vehicle obscuring some under body components

Fail 19 Sep 2018 35,174 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under shields fitted to vehicle obscuring some under body components

Pass 18 Sep 2017 34,976 miles

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

Under shields fitted to vehicle obscuring some under body components

Pass 19 Sep 2016 34,674 miles

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

Under trays fitted to vehicle obscuring some under body components

Pass 17 Sep 2015 34,229 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin deteriorated

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

Undertray fitted to vehicle obscuring some underbody components

Pass 16 Sep 2014 33,700 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 32,929 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear number plate starting to delaminate.

Rear silencer outer skin and exhaust clamp corroded.

Sill covers fitted to vehicle ,therfore restricting full inspection.

Variuos items of suspension and brake ferules have heavy surface corrosion.

Fail 16 Sep 2013 32,929 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear number plate starting to delaminate.

Rear silencer outer skin and exhaust clamp corroded.

Reverse lights inoperitive.

Sill covers fitted to vehicle ,therfore restricting full inspection.

Variuos items of suspension and brake ferules have heavy surface corrosion.

Pass 21 Sep 2012 32,102 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 31,272 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear tyre sidewalls very badly perrished. (recomend replacing)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 29,717 miles

o/s/f indicator (wing repeater )lens has been repaired with lens tape.

Pass 22 Sep 2009 27,850 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 25,462 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 22,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 22,928 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 19,260 miles

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

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

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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V941 JST is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 V941 JST, 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.

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What year was V941 JST registered?

V941 JST is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V941 JST safe to buy?

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