MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
164,498 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Battery insecure
Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
n/s/f tyre worn on outter edge
Battery insecure
n/s/f tyre worn on outter edge
n/s/f floor chassis slight rusty area
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
n/s/f tyre worn on outter edge (195/60/15)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
n/s/f tyre worn on outter edge (195/60/15)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R296 SLE 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 57.1%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R296 SLE, 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 R296 SLE?
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What year was R296 SLE registered?
R296 SLE is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 1998.
Is R296 SLE safe to buy?
The MOT history for R296 SLE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R296 SLE have outstanding finance?
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