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X824 VJK

2000 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,160 mi
Last recorded86,160 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX824 VJK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 86,160 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

both front strutts slightly corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2019 86,146 miles

rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 13 Aug 2018 84,965 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 83,178 miles

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

both rear tyres showing signs of age

Fail 14 Aug 2017 83,178 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

both rear tyres showing signs of age

Pass 7 Sep 2016 80,679 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 76,173 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 75,685 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Sep 2013 73,791 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 70,698 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 68,473 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 65,095 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 59,848 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 59,848 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 55,149 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 50,682 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 45,080 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 39,501 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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X824 VJK is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X824 VJK, 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 X824 VJK?

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What year was X824 VJK registered?

X824 VJK is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X824 VJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X824 VJK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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