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R305 XKP

1998 Saab 9-3 SE

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,284 mi
Last recorded160,284 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 SE104,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR305 XKP
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2009 160,284 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 145,488 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 130,081 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 115,219 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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R305 XKP is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE in Blue with a 1,985cc 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 R305 XKP, 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 R305 XKP registered?

R305 XKP is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R305 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R305 XKP 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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