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W194 VGO

2000 Saab 9-3 S Turbo

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

163,263 mi
Last recorded163,263 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2008
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-3 S Turbo101,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW194 VGO
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Turbo
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2008 163,263 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)

chip in n/s/f headlamp glass

Pass 23 Feb 2007 149,914 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

driver's interior door handle broken but useable

n/s headlamp stonechipped

o/s/r seat belt buckle casing cracked

pas pump slightly noisy in operation - as rack components appear to have fluid seepage recommend further investigation

Fail 23 Feb 2007 149,902 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

driver's interior door handle broken but useable

n/s headlamp stonechipped

o/s/r seat belt buckle casing cracked

pas pump slightly noisy in operation - as rack components appear to have fluid seepage recommend further investigation

Pass 28 Feb 2006 144,948 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 144,943 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S Turbo?

Based on 1,094 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
7,581
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
position lamp(s) not working 53
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 29
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W194 VGO is a 2000 Saab 9-3 S Turbo in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 S Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 101,546 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 S Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W194 VGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 S Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Saab 9-3 S Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W194 VGO registered?

W194 VGO is a 2000 Saab 9-3 S Turbo, first registered on 9 March 2000.

Is W194 VGO safe to buy?

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