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S61 MNV

1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid

Green Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,750 mi
Last recorded100,750 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid135,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS61 MNV
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S Tid
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2008 100,750 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 90,312 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 90,312 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

handbrake has minimal reserve travel..

rear exhaust joint corroded/weak..

rear ferrules corroded..

rear pads appear low..

Pass 12 Aug 2006 84,407 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 84,407 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

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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S61 MNV is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid in Green with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 S Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S61 MNV, 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 S61 MNV registered?

S61 MNV is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S Tid, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is S61 MNV safe to buy?

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