MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
165,730 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Area of brake srvo has been fibreglassed unable to assess corrosion
Hole in n/s floor just outside prescribed area
O/s front tyre worn on edges
Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
Oil leak
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
fiberglass on bulkhead near brake servo but no sign of corrosion
fuel filter corroded
rear exhaust box shows signs of corrosion
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
Oil leak
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
fiberglass on bulkhead near brake servo but no sign of corrosion
fuel filter corroded
rear exhaust box shows signs of corrosion
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Air bag warning light on
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
air bag light on
o/s/r tyre going out of shape
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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W138 XGH is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 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 W138 XGH, 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 26 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 W138 XGH registered?
W138 XGH is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 April 2000.
Is W138 XGH safe to buy?
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