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S973 EUA

1998 Saab 9-3 S

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

149,965 mi
Last recorded149,965 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2010
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3 S110,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS973 EUA
MakeSaab
Model9-3 S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2010 149,965 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 138,048 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 23 Feb 2009 138,048 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Feb 2008 127,021 miles

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

Nearside Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

handbrake needs adjusting,n/s wiper split but cleaning screen

Pass 21 Feb 2008 127,021 miles

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

Nearside Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

handbrake needs adjusting,n/s wiper split but cleaning screen

Pass 19 Feb 2007 116,530 miles

rear exhaust clamp corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2006 107,325 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 107,325 miles

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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S973 EUA is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S973 EUA, 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 S973 EUA registered?

S973 EUA is a 1998 Saab 9-3 S, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S973 EUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S973 EUA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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