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G3 RHW

1997 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,631 mi
Last recorded124,631 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 RHW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 124,631 miles

Emmission test not carried out because of the leakage on the exhaust

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Sensor wire on the exhaust is exposed

Fail 20 Feb 2013 124,587 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Emmission test not carried out because of the leakage on the exhaust

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Sensor wire on the exhaust is exposed

Pass 2 Mar 2012 115,308 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 108,607 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front shock absorber struts corroded

rear brake flexi hose fittings corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2009 93,840 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 68,131 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 80,491 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 72,026 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 63,583 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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G3 RHW is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,926 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 G3 RHW, 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 29 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G3 RHW registered?

G3 RHW is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 24 December 1997.

Is G3 RHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 RHW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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