MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
129,639 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
nearside rear flexi brake hose ferrils corroding
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
nearside rear flexi brake hose ferrils corroding
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
squeeking from front suspension.
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
squeeking from front suspension.
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S Tid?
Based on 460 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W285 RYC is a 2000 Saab 9-3 S Tid in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 S Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 117,853 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 Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W285 RYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9-3 S Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Saab 9-3 S Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of W285 RYC?
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What year was W285 RYC registered?
W285 RYC is a 2000 Saab 9-3 S Tid, first registered on 22 April 2000.
Is W285 RYC safe to buy?
The MOT history for W285 RYC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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