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X86 BYD

2000 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,283 mi
Last recorded122,283 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX86 BYD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 122,283 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 118,831 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 112,675 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 102,697 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 84,504 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 84,504 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear seat belt n/s, stalk cover missing

Pass 13 Dec 2010 80,524 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 80,521 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 77,751 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 73,321 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 66,867 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 63,075 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 62,605 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 50,378 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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X86 BYD is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 miles. This 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 X86 BYD, 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 X86 BYD registered?

X86 BYD is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 September 2000.

Is X86 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X86 BYD shows 14 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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