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X743 MGM

2000 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

145,771 mi
Last recorded145,771 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX743 MGM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 145,771 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 144,523 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2017 139,696 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 24 Mar 2016 132,560 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 125,189 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

exhaust loose

Pass 24 Mar 2014 118,070 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 112,936 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges.

EML illuminated.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front exhaust clamp in very poor condition.

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Non standard suspension springs fitted.

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Recommend tracking.

Some movement in both front suspension top mounts.

Pass 4 May 2012 110,153 miles

eml light on

Pass 10 May 2011 103,311 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 103,309 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 97,920 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 89,969 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 83,169 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 75,536 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 62,265 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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X743 MGM is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X743 MGM, 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 X743 MGM registered?

X743 MGM is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 November 2000.

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