1998 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · S407 CGJ
1998 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 28 Aug 1998. Recorded mileage 113,233 miles. MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (20 Oct 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,233 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S407 CGJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2025
- 113,233 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S407 CGJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Saab 9-3 (S407 CGJ) between June 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
S407 CGJ Mileage History
- 22/06/2022109,852 mi
- 26/06/2023111,925 mi+2,073 mi
- 26/06/2023111,925 mi
- 02/08/2024112,738 mi+813 mi
- 22/07/2025113,233 mi+495 mi
Average of roughly 1,096 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 (OG)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Engine Oil Sludge (B205/B235)Serious
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- Bulkhead CrackingSerious
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- Direct Ignition (DI) Cassette FailureModerate
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