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B18 STS

1999 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,124 mi
Last recorded98,124 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 STS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 98,124 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 96,786 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 95,204 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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B18 STS is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Yellow 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 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 98,368 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 B18 STS, 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 27 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 B18 STS?

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What year was B18 STS registered?

B18 STS is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is B18 STS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 STS 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.

Does B18 STS have outstanding finance?

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