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S198 WSU

1998 Saab 95

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,699 mi
Last recorded162,699 miles
Recorded on17 May 2006
Typical for 1998 Saab 95107,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS198 WSU
MakeSaab
Model95
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2006 162,699 miles
Pass 18 May 2005
Fail 18 May 2005 153,243 miles

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

How Reliable is the Saab 95?

Based on 2,807 MOT tests across 531 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
6,703
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
position lamp(s) not working 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
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S198 WSU is a 1998 Saab 95 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Saab 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 107,259 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 95 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S198 WSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 95 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 95 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S198 WSU?

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What year was S198 WSU registered?

S198 WSU is a 1998 Saab 95, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S198 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S198 WSU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S198 WSU have outstanding finance?

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