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S991 NGN

1998 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

230,997 mi
Last recorded230,997 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS991 NGN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2011 230,997 miles

oil leak possably from the power steering area

Pass 19 Jul 2010 213,808 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake discs are slightly pitted

Pass 14 Jul 2009 197,298 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 176,044 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 153,595 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

alltyres low

Fail 18 Jun 2007 153,595 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

alltyres low

Fail 11 Jul 2006 132,096 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 132,096 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 112,116 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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S991 NGN is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S991 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 S991 NGN registered?

S991 NGN is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S991 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S991 NGN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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