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X851 ABL

2000 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,255 mi
Last recorded121,255 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX851 ABL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 121,255 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 121,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 116,321 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 112,770 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 10 Nov 2012 108,270 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 104,117 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 101,057 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 79,691 miles

both front tyre walls perished

evidence of vehicle being stood

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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X851 ABL is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X851 ABL, 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 X851 ABL?

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What year was X851 ABL registered?

X851 ABL is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X851 ABL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X851 ABL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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