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S236 WSU

1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,696 mi
Last recorded163,696 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid135,420 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS236 WSU
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Tid
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2007 163,696 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 144,460 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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S236 WSU is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 S236 WSU, 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 S236 WSU registered?

S236 WSU is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S236 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S236 WSU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S236 WSU have outstanding finance?

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