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S779 ENV

1998 Saab 9-3 SE Tid

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

178,971 mi
Last recorded178,971 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 SE Tid137,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS779 ENV
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE Tid
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2009 178,971 miles

both rear brake flexy hoses have rusting to ferules

rear brake discs deteriorating, advise discs replaced at pad change

Pass 16 Apr 2008 170,173 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Outer Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 155,497 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Apr 2007 155,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 149,321 miles

Both rear tyres slighty out of shape

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 132,303 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Oct 2005 132,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE Tid?

Based on 3,370 MOT tests across 440 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
9,627
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 227
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 130
position lamp(s) not working 89
parking brake recording little or no effort 83
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 82
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S779 ENV is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE Tid in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 SE Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 137,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 SE Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 227 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S779 ENV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 SE Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-3 SE Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S779 ENV?

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What year was S779 ENV registered?

S779 ENV is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE Tid, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S779 ENV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S779 ENV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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