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X616 SSM

2000 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,717 mi
Last recorded141,717 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX616 SSM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 141,717 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 121,481 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 121,215 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 12 May 2011 117,515 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

advise rear exhaust clamp deteriorated and advise replacement

nsr tyre inner edge on 1.6 mm and unevenly worn

Pass 14 May 2010 109,955 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2009 102,714 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2009 102,617 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 May 2008 92,898 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2007 82,389 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 74,612 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 62,663 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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X616 SSM is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 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 X616 SSM, 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 26 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 X616 SSM registered?

X616 SSM is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2000.

Is X616 SSM safe to buy?

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