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X959 CDA

2000 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,774 mi
Last recorded94,774 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX959 CDA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2012 94,774 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside front brake hose slightly twisted.

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded.

Rear exhaust clamp corroded.

STRONGLY ADVISE Offside and nearside rear tyres worn and badly out of shape on inner edges.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Oct 2012 94,770 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside front brake hose slightly twisted.

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded.

Rear exhaust clamp corroded.

STRONGLY ADVISE Offside and nearside rear tyres worn and badly out of shape on inner edges.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 76,442 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 66,588 miles

front discs worn and handbrake needs adjustment

Pass 12 Oct 2009 60,071 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 54,238 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 46,945 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 39,528 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 33,151 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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X959 CDA is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Grey 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 X959 CDA, 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

How do I check the history of X959 CDA?

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What year was X959 CDA registered?

X959 CDA is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X959 CDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X959 CDA 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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