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E268 RSC

1988 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,082 mi
Last recorded156,082 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1988 Saab 900134,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE268 RSC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 156,082 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 155,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 147,249 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 144,780 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 144,780 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 140,008 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 140,008 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported al hangers broken (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 140,713 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 135,586 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 135,390 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900?

Based on 358,142 MOT tests across 40,566 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
40,566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,771
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,261
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 13,034
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,409
position lamp(s) not working 11,155
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E268 RSC is a 1988 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 134,016 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E268 RSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E268 RSC registered?

E268 RSC is a 1988 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E268 RSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E268 RSC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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