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X701 HFU

2000 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,110 mi
Last recorded136,110 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX701 HFU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 May 2013 136,110 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

The engine managment light is on!

Pass 2 May 2012 127,698 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 122,765 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 117,225 miles

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

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 16 Dec 2008 108,680 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 106,457 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 98,226 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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X701 HFU is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X701 HFU, 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

How do I check the history of X701 HFU?

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What year was X701 HFU registered?

X701 HFU is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 December 2000.

Is X701 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X701 HFU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X701 HFU have outstanding finance?

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