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W211 RVV

2000 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

147,704 mi
Last recorded147,704 miles
Recorded on30 May 2009
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo90,819 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW211 RVV
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE Turbo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2009 147,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 May 2009 147,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2008 136,549 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 May 2008 136,545 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2007 128,623 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 24 May 2007 128,623 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 May 2006 115,174 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE Turbo?

Based on 2,405 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
7,807
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
position lamp(s) not working 55
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Registration plate lamp not working 38
brake disc excessively pitted 37
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W211 RVV is a 2000 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 90,819 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 SE Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W211 RVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 SE Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Saab 9-3 SE Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W211 RVV?

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What year was W211 RVV registered?

W211 RVV is a 2000 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is W211 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W211 RVV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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