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H198 XCX

1991 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,272 mi
Last recorded164,272 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1991 Saab 900136,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH198 XCX
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 164,272 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 164,219 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

check engine light illuminated

Fail 1 Sep 2015 164,188 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

check engine light illuminated

Pass 4 Sep 2014 164,062 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Centre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 158,871 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 151,046 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 143,605 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 141,869 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 141,855 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 135,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 129,467 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 123,471 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 123,471 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 123,471 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 118,011 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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H198 XCX is a 1991 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 136,403 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 H198 XCX, 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 35 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 H198 XCX registered?

H198 XCX is a 1991 Saab 900, first registered on 29 April 1991.

Is H198 XCX safe to buy?

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