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R339 JPG

1998 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,498 mi
Last recorded77,498 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR339 JPG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 77,498 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 71,350 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)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 71,346 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 28 Apr 2015 65,992 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 60,908 miles

front registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 27 Mar 2013 57,713 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 55,750 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 18 Apr 2011 54,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear dampers leaking slightly

Pass 18 Apr 2011 54,505 miles

both rear dampers leaking slightly

Pass 15 Apr 2010 52,709 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 50,814 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 49,509 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 47,827 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 44,152 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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R339 JPG is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R339 JPG, 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 R339 JPG registered?

R339 JPG is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R339 JPG safe to buy?

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