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S676 APM

1998 Saab 9-3 S

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,573 mi
Last recorded176,573 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 S110,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS676 APM
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2008 176,573 miles

front brake disc slightly corroded

rear brake disc slightly corroded

rear exhaust section corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2007 156,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 156,666 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 144,537 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear offside tyre slightly out of shape

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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S676 APM is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S676 APM, 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 S676 APM registered?

S676 APM is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S676 APM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S676 APM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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