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W501 RNC

2000 Saab 9-3 S Tid

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2009
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

188,267 mi
Last recorded188,267 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2008
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-3 S Tid117,853 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW501 RNC
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Tid
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Dec 2008 188,267 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 188,267 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2007 167,013 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 159,696 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 144,330 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 144,330 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S Tid?

Based on 460 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
11,429
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
position lamp(s) not working 16
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
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W501 RNC is a 2000 Saab 9-3 S Tid in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W501 RNC, 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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What year was W501 RNC registered?

W501 RNC is a 2000 Saab 9-3 S Tid, first registered on 30 May 2000.

Is W501 RNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W501 RNC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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