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X992 ERO

2000 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

157,144 mi
Last recorded157,144 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2012
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX992 ERO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2012 157,144 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 150,315 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 144,546 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 144,546 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 139,077 miles

engine oil leak

front discs slightly lipped

rear exhaust rutsy

slight movment in steering rack when rocking steering

Fail 12 Oct 2009 139,075 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres on legal limit and bald on edge

engine oil leak

front discs slightly lipped

rear exhaust rutsy

slight movment in steering rack when rocking steering

Pass 11 Sep 2008 131,116 miles

front no plate stained

Pass 2 Oct 2007 122,943 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 122,698 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 113,997 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 113,997 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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X992 ERO is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 X992 ERO, 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 X992 ERO registered?

X992 ERO is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X992 ERO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X992 ERO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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