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S314 VAB

1998 Saab 9-3 S

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,177 mi
Last recorded134,177 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 S110,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS314 VAB
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2008 134,177 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 117,258 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 116,705 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 S?

Based on 1,366 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
7,378
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 79
position lamp(s) not working 60
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 44
Direction indicator incorrect colour 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
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S314 VAB is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 S314 VAB, 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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What year was S314 VAB registered?

S314 VAB is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is S314 VAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S314 VAB shows 3 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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