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S9 MOO

1998 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

81,060 mi
Last recorded81,060 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS9 MOO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 81,060 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 81,053 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 81,036 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 81,036 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 80,208 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 80,208 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2020 79,558 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 78,153 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 75,734 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 74,235 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 74,235 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 72,864 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 71,898 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 71,898 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 69,340 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 694,340 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering pump drive system missing (2.3.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 67,358 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 67,358 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 64,709 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 62,498 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 62,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 13 Sep 2010 59,095 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 28 Sep 2009 55,157 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 51,147 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 46,084 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 42,599 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 33,704 miles

n/s and o/s front tyres worn on edges

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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S9 MOO is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 S9 MOO, 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 S9 MOO registered?

S9 MOO is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S9 MOO shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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