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X399 PGT

2001 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,586 mi
Last recorded111,586 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX399 PGT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 111,586 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Dec 2015 111,586 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 103,159 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)

Oil leak

offside rear tyre wearing out of shape

Pass 6 Nov 2013 97,256 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)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 91,403 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 85,394 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 79,639 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 71,837 miles

both front tyres wearing thin

Pass 13 Nov 2008 65,946 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 58,271 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 52,262 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 47,015 miles

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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X399 PGT is a 2001 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 90,711 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 X399 PGT, 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 25 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 X399 PGT registered?

X399 PGT is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X399 PGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X399 PGT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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