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W161 PPD

2000 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

125,704 mi
Last recorded125,704 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW161 PPD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 125,704 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 120,618 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 115,614 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 110,081 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 105,033 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 105,033 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 101,158 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 95,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s rear tyre uneven wear on inner edge

Pass 23 Jan 2012 89,448 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 83,261 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 1 Feb 2010 74,941 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 67,601 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 61,190 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 53,722 miles

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Pass 17 Feb 2006 44,012 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)

baby seat in rear seat

nail near side wall in offside rear tyre

nearside door mirror cracked

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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W161 PPD is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 W161 PPD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W161 PPD registered?

W161 PPD is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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The MOT history for W161 PPD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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