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R451 WNC

1998 Saab 9-3

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

140,772 mi
Last recorded140,772 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 WNC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 140,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 140,761 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 131,630 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

slight corrosion under vehicle frame and siils nearside and offside rear wheel arch corroded slightly

slight oil leak under engine sump

Fail 19 Aug 2024 131,630 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

slight corrosion under vehicle frame and siils nearside and offside rear wheel arch corroded slightly

slight oil leak under engine sump

Pass 21 Aug 2023 122,941 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 122,379 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 122,379 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 121,162 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 119,650 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 119,315 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 119,278 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 118,178 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 117,348 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 115,952 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 114,827 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 114,827 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 113,845 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 112,754 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 110,631 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 107,126 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 104,272 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 101,657 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 98,856 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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R451 WNC is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R451 WNC, 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 R451 WNC registered?

R451 WNC is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is R451 WNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R451 WNC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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