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NKZ 6778

1998 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,521 mi
Last recorded150,521 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKZ 6778
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2011 150,521 miles

rear springs corroded

slight play in steering inner arms

Pass 22 Oct 2010

rear springs corroded

slight play in bottom front ball joints

slight play in steering rack arm

Pass 24 Oct 2009 138,969 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 136,525 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 128,810 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 123,551 miles

front shocks corroded but not leaking

rear flexi brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2005 118,619 miles

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

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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NKZ 6778 is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 103,203 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 NKZ 6778, 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 28 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 NKZ 6778 registered?

NKZ 6778 is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is NKZ 6778 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKZ 6778 shows 7 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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