MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
107,762 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S?
Based on 1,366 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S242 VAT is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 110,067 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Saab 9-3 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S242 VAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9-3 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-3 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of S242 VAT?
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What year was S242 VAT registered?
S242 VAT is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S, first registered on 24 September 1998.
Is S242 VAT safe to buy?
The MOT history for S242 VAT shows 5 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 S242 VAT have outstanding finance?
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