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V970 PGS

1999 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,381 mi
Last recorded117,381 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV970 PGS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 117,381 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2016 117,380 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 112,555 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking,14% (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 11% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 106,154 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 100,435 miles

N/S/F tyre almost bald on outer edge

O/S/F tyre close to weasr bars.

Pass 10 Aug 2012 96,520 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 96,490 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 95,095 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 89,052 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 81,881 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 81,881 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 74,368 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres worn on edges

engine oil leaks

rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 25 Oct 2006 64,478 miles

Nearside Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

small cut in outer wall nearside front tyre

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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V970 PGS is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V970 PGS, 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 V970 PGS registered?

V970 PGS is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V970 PGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V970 PGS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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