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X697 ERO

2000 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,279 mi
Last recorded168,279 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX697 ERO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 168,279 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2019 168,277 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 162,717 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 155,668 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 155,666 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 146,508 miles

Nearside front tyre worn inner edge recommend replacement.

Pass 5 Feb 2015 134,703 miles

Bulkhead around steering rack mounts should be checked for strength.

Pass 23 Jan 2014 120,855 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 120,855 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Fail 31 Jan 2013 107,236 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 107,236 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 94,523 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 94,523 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 76,987 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 187,110 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 71,229 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 71,210 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil filter rusty strongly recommend an oil filter and oil change especially as engine is Turbo,d

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 63,654 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 56,103 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 53,554 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 50,826 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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X697 ERO is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X697 ERO, 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.

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What year was X697 ERO registered?

X697 ERO is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2000.

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