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R130 JGP

1998 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,183 mi
Last recorded140,183 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR130 JGP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 140,183 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 140,176 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2014 140,091 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre has a slight separation of the sidewall no cord ply visable

Pass 3 Jun 2013 128,827 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 127,428 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 126,608 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 126,219 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 122,632 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 117,404 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 110,086 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 101,808 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 95,312 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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R130 JGP is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R130 JGP, 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.

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What year was R130 JGP registered?

R130 JGP is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R130 JGP safe to buy?

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