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V879 GBM

1999 Saab 9-3 SE

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,019 mi
Last recorded164,019 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-3 SE93,333 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV879 GBM
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2008 164,019 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2008 160,437 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 153,707 miles

Parking brake needs adjusting.

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE?

Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,897
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
position lamp(s) not working 39
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26
Direction indicator incorrect colour 23
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V879 GBM is a 1999 Saab 9-3 SE in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-3 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 93,333 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V879 GBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was V879 GBM registered?

V879 GBM is a 1999 Saab 9-3 SE, first registered on 23 September 1999.

Is V879 GBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V879 GBM shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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