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R588 DPP

1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid

Silver Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,999 mi
Last recorded107,999 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid135,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR588 DPP
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Tid
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2008 107,999 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight damage to o/s head lamp

Pass 12 Jul 2007 77,087 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front brakes sticking slightly.

both front suspension strut casings corroded.

Pass 6 May 2006 57,024 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S Tid?

Based on 460 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
11,429
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
position lamp(s) not working 16
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
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R588 DPP is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid in Silver with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 135,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 S Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R588 DPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 S Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-3 S Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R588 DPP registered?

R588 DPP is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R588 DPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R588 DPP shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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