MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
131,647 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE?
Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S281 ONK is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 104,644 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 9-3 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S281 ONK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9-3 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-3 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of S281 ONK?
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What year was S281 ONK registered?
S281 ONK is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE, first registered on 25 August 1998.
Is S281 ONK safe to buy?
The MOT history for S281 ONK shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S281 ONK have outstanding finance?
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