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OUI 3266

1998 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,332 mi
Last recorded119,332 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 3266
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2013 119,332 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 116,969 miles

rear of exhaust slightly rusted

Pass 23 Feb 2011 112,198 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2010 107,990 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 102,061 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 92,838 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 83,618 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 74,601 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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OUI 3266 is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OUI 3266, 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

How do I check the history of OUI 3266?

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What year was OUI 3266 registered?

OUI 3266 is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is OUI 3266 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 3266 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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