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X398 OGO

2000 Saab 9-3 SE Tid

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

139,766 mi
Last recorded139,766 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2012
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-3 SE Tid112,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX398 OGO
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE Tid
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2012 139,766 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

exhaust corroded

oil leaks

Pass 7 Oct 2011 135,770 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front discs scored

Pass 13 Oct 2010 130,737 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 130,737 miles

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 124,466 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Oct 2009 124,465 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 116,343 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2008 116,343 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 109,237 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 101,812 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 91,177 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE Tid?

Based on 3,370 MOT tests across 440 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
9,627
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 227
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 130
position lamp(s) not working 89
parking brake recording little or no effort 83
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 82
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X398 OGO is a 2000 Saab 9-3 SE Tid in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 SE Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 112,772 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 SE Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 227 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X398 OGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X398 OGO?

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What year was X398 OGO registered?

X398 OGO is a 2000 Saab 9-3 SE Tid, first registered on 14 December 2000.

Is X398 OGO safe to buy?

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