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YAZ 1284

1998 Saab 9-3

Blue Other 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

90,074 mi
Last recorded90,074 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-3103,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAZ 1284
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2019 90,074 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 89,454 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 89,409 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 88,320 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 78,300 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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YAZ 1284 is a 1998 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YAZ 1284, 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 YAZ 1284?

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What year was YAZ 1284 registered?

YAZ 1284 is a 1998 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is YAZ 1284 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAZ 1284 shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YAZ 1284 have outstanding finance?

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