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R543 ODP

1998 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,094 mi
Last recorded61,094 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR543 ODP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2018 61,094 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both and nearside front (1.4.A.2f)

underside surface-corrosion especially suspension parts

Pass 28 Jan 2017 61,049 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

Underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2016 60,928 miles

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

hazard light switch is loose

Pass 31 Jan 2015 60,638 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 60,213 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear suspension components are surface-corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2013 59,834 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 19,570 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 58,920 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 58,316 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 57,484 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 56,373 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 53,029 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 48,267 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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R543 ODP is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R543 ODP, 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 R543 ODP registered?

R543 ODP is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R543 ODP safe to buy?

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