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X904 OAG

2000 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,964 mi
Last recorded157,964 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX904 OAG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 157,964 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

brake pipes greased obscuring inspection

Fail 2 Mar 2017 157,963 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Outer wheel arch damaged

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Outer wheel arch damaged

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

brake pipes greased obscuring inspection

Pass 24 Feb 2016 148,646 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 148,646 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 141,582 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 132,115 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 124,036 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 115,266 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 100,049 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 89,750 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 89,554 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 78,919 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 68,032 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 56,456 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jun 2005 44,539 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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X904 OAG is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X904 OAG, 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 X904 OAG registered?

X904 OAG is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 September 2000.

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