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S912 NGN

1998 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,622 mi
Last recorded133,622 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS912 NGN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 133,622 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 130,375 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 125,303 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 120,390 miles

Ac condensor sagging

Pass 16 Nov 2016 115,139 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 115,139 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 110,140 miles

Centre exhaust box corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2015 110,140 miles

Centre exhaust box corroded

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 106,709 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 100,434 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 92,438 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 92,438 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 85,846 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 78,288 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 73,663 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 73,663 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 66,190 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 58,752 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 58,752 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 51,157 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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S912 NGN is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 103,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S912 NGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was S912 NGN registered?

S912 NGN is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 November 1998.

Is S912 NGN safe to buy?

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