CarVerify

Free Car Check

X983 EKX

2000 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 1985cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

141,579 mi
Last recorded141,579 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX983 EKX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 141,579 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 141,579 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

centre exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2016 135,695 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 128,868 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 128,868 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 122,114 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

bracket rusted off but system is adequately supported

Pass 24 Jun 2013 121,696 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 121,484 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

battery insecure

Fail 26 Jun 2012 121,482 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

battery insecure

Pass 18 Aug 2011 117,457 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 112,063 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear brake discs slightly pitted

front number plat cracked

ofside inner drive shaft boot split

rear number plate bulbs slightly discoloured

Fail 11 Aug 2010 112,062 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear discs slightly pitted

front number plate cracked

offside inner drive shaft boot split

rear number plate bulbs slightly discoloured

Pass 8 Sep 2009 101,256 miles

Battery insecure

Centre to rear exhaust joint clamp excessively corroded and insecure

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside front outer CV boot deteriated

Offside front inner CV boot split

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 92,997 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 85,632 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 77,216 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 72,122 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X983 EKX is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X983 EKX, 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 X983 EKX?

You can check the full history of X983 EKX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X983 EKX registered?

X983 EKX is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 September 2000.

Is X983 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X983 EKX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X983 EKX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X983 EKX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.