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R372 JPG

1998 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,629 mi
Last recorded122,629 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR372 JPG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 122,629 miles

large bush tie rod to track control arm at f/o/s and f/n/s worn

Fail 9 Aug 2010 122,629 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

emmission at idle cant be tested due to erratic idle

large bush tie rod to track control arm at f/o/s and f/n/s worn

Fail 15 Aug 2009 16,049 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 16,049 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 114,111 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 114,111 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 104,533 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 104,533 miles

Nearside Lower Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 99,347 miles

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

rear wiper blade split

Fail 14 Jun 2006 99,347 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear wiper blade split

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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R372 JPG is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R372 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R372 JPG registered?

R372 JPG is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R372 JPG safe to buy?

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