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R514 CCR

1998 Saab 9-3 SE

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

164,160 mi
Last recorded164,160 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2009
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 SE104,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR514 CCR
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2009 164,160 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2009 164,160 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 142,519 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 142,505 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 29 Dec 2006 133,792 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 133,792 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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R514 CCR is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R514 CCR, 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 R514 CCR registered?

R514 CCR is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R514 CCR safe to buy?

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