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R404 PCF

1998 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

130,356 mi
Last recorded130,356 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 PCF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 130,356 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

park brake travel slightly high

Fail 11 Sep 2019 130,352 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

park brake travel slightly high

Pass 1 Sep 2018 124,049 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 116,046 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 116,046 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 111,237 miles

Front tyres wear on outer edges

Pass 15 Aug 2015 104,996 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 96,926 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 92,382 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 31 Aug 2013 92,382 miles

Centre Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 88,697 miles

air bag light on

Pass 18 Aug 2011 85,432 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 82,540 miles

both rear brake discs corroded

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 29 Aug 2009 79,693 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 75,914 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 71,457 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 68,088 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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R404 PCF is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R404 PCF, 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 R404 PCF registered?

R404 PCF is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R404 PCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 PCF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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