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R287 EKP

1998 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,120 mi
Last recorded124,120 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 EKP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 124,120 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 120,502 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 120,416 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 120,416 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 120,065 miles

advise abs light came on during test then went out immediately

advise h/brake reqs adjustment or repair

advise n/s/r wheel binding slightly

advise o/s inner cv boot has slight seepage

advise rear box showing signs of rust fatigue

advise rear g/box mount showing signs of seepage of internal fluid

advise steering rack has slight oil leak

advise steering rack inner arm bushes showing signs of fatigue

Pass 9 Sep 2011 115,249 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 109,740 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2010 109,740 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 104,791 miles

Both front tyres have cracking to their tread

Front number plate starting to deterioate

Nearside front ABS sensor secured by a cable tie

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 18 Sep 2009 104,791 miles

Both front tyres have cracking to their tread

Front number plate starting to deterioate

Nearside front ABS sensor secured by a cable tie

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 9 Sep 2008 100,974 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 100,974 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 44,392 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 88,485 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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R287 EKP is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R287 EKP, 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 R287 EKP registered?

R287 EKP is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R287 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R287 EKP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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