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R239 EJA

1998 Saab 9-3 SE

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,214 mi
Last recorded98,214 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 SE104,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 EJA
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2008 98,214 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 92,342 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 84,598 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 77,336 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE?

Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,897
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
position lamp(s) not working 39
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26
Direction indicator incorrect colour 23
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R239 EJA is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 104,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R239 EJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-3 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R239 EJA registered?

R239 EJA is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R239 EJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 EJA shows 4 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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