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MJZ 5117

1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid

Green Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

226,967 mi
Last recorded226,967 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid130,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJZ 5117
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Tid
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 226,967 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 226,926 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2021 223,799 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2021 223,696 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 216,110 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S Tid?

Based on 460 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
11,429
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
position lamp(s) not working 16
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
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MJZ 5117 is a 1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid in Green with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 130,039 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 S Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJZ 5117, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 S Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Saab 9-3 S Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJZ 5117 registered?

MJZ 5117 is a 1999 Saab 9-3 S Tid, first registered on 19 May 1999.

Is MJZ 5117 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJZ 5117 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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