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X84 CTA

2000 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

174,823 mi
Last recorded174,823 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX84 CTA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2012 174,823 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

engine management light on

exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2011 162,018 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 162,018 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 151,827 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 145,892 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both rear tyres wearing on the innerand outer edges

oil leak

rear pads worn

Fail 2 Nov 2009 145,892 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both rear tyres wearing on the innerand outer edges

oil leak

rear pads worn

Pass 3 Nov 2008 135,329 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 123,766 miles

Exhaust corroded but not blowing

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 123,766 miles

Exhaust corroded but not blowing

Pass 30 Oct 2006 116,551 miles

Both front lower arm, centre bushes worn

Both rear tyres perished

Exhaust corroded but not blowing

Pass 17 Oct 2005 109,761 miles

light misting of oil on both rear shock absorbers

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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X84 CTA is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 X84 CTA, 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 X84 CTA?

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What year was X84 CTA registered?

X84 CTA is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is X84 CTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X84 CTA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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