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S228 JGC

1999 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,176 mi
Last recorded28,176 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2011
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-398,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS228 JGC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2011 28,176 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 27,860 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 27,557 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 27,120 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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S228 JGC is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 98,368 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 S228 JGC, 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 27 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S228 JGC registered?

S228 JGC is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 January 1999.

Is S228 JGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S228 JGC shows 4 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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