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G398 RKE

1990 Saab 9000 Cd

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

126,178 mi
Last recorded126,178 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Saab 9000 Cd133,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG398 RKE
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 126,178 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 124,854 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

underside corrosion

Fail 21 Jan 2025 124,705 miles

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

underaide corrosion

Pass 5 Feb 2024 123,324 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

underide corrosion

Pass 10 Feb 2023 121,509 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

patches of underside corrosion

Pass 2 Feb 2022 119,429 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

small patches of corrosion

Pass 2 Dec 2020 117,916 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 116,401 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2019 116,401 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 112,891 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 111,053 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all 4 tyres perished

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 106,870 miles

tyres perished

Pass 9 Jul 2015 105,383 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 102,441 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 May 2012 102,290 miles

Both front tyres cracking in tread

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 101,609 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 100,377 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2009 97,839 miles

rear exhaust mtgs deterioated

Pass 12 May 2008 95,483 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 May 2008 95,483 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2007 92,045 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 88,816 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cd?

Based on 14,935 MOT tests across 2,729 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
4,366
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 902
constant velocity joint gaiter split 788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 771
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 520
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G398 RKE is a 1990 Saab 9000 Cd in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1990 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 133,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 Cd fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 902 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G398 RKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cd typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G398 RKE registered?

G398 RKE is a 1990 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 1 February 1990.

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