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P3 NEF

2000 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,039 mi
Last recorded64,039 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 NEF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2014 64,039 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 54,288 miles

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

O/side inner drive shaft gaiter leaking slightly.

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

Pass 14 May 2012 44,984 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2011 43,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 43,909 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 42,379 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 40,753 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 36,286 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 33,139 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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P3 NEF is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P3 NEF, 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 P3 NEF registered?

P3 NEF is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is P3 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P3 NEF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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