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S801 THB

1998 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

173,401 mi
Last recorded173,401 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo109,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS801 THB
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE Turbo
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2008 173,401 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 173,394 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 168,780 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 161,134 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE Turbo?

Based on 2,405 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
7,807
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
position lamp(s) not working 55
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Registration plate lamp not working 38
brake disc excessively pitted 37
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S801 THB is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 109,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 SE Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S801 THB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S801 THB registered?

S801 THB is a 1998 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S801 THB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S801 THB 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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