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Y863 PTU

1998 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,459 mi
Last recorded103,459 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY863 PTU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2010 103,459 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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Y863 PTU is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y863 PTU, 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

How do I check the history of Y863 PTU?

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What year was Y863 PTU registered?

Y863 PTU is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 April 1998.

Is Y863 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y863 PTU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y863 PTU have outstanding finance?

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