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X723 VWV

2001 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,858 mi
Last recorded156,858 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-390,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX723 VWV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2012 156,858 miles

Stone chip in zone B of windscreen

Fail 22 Nov 2012 156,858 miles

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

Stone chip in zone B of windscreen

Pass 25 Nov 2011 156,206 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 155,005 miles

advse handbrake lever high travel brakes worn

Pass 17 Dec 2008 143,791 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 138,648 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 133,654 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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X723 VWV is a 2001 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 85.7%.

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 X723 VWV, 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 X723 VWV registered?

X723 VWV is a 2001 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 January 2001.

Is X723 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X723 VWV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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