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S913 SKE

1998 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,330 mi
Last recorded146,330 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS913 SKE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 146,330 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (2.4.G.1)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear upper (2.4.A.3)

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 29 Sep 2015 146,330 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch, steering rack mount (2.2.C.1h)

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

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

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (2.4.G.1)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear upper (2.4.A.3)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Sep 2014 142,441 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 142,441 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 137,630 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 30 May 2012 132,814 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

exhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Oct 2011 131,526 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 127,428 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 124,579 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 121,517 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 117,538 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 110,167 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 110,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 101,451 miles

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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S913 SKE is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S913 SKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S913 SKE registered?

S913 SKE is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S913 SKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S913 SKE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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