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M653 RKE

1995 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

110,356 mi
Last recorded110,356 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Saab 900111,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM653 RKE
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 110,356 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 110,344 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2017 109,217 miles

oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2016 106,472 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 104,969 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 104,427 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 104,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 104,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 104,079 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 103,621 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 103,258 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 101,368 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 99,795 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 97,610 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 95,794 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 93,160 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 89,528 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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M653 RKE is a 1995 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1995 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 111,757 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 M653 RKE, 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 31 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 M653 RKE registered?

M653 RKE is a 1995 Saab 900, first registered on 14 February 1995.

Is M653 RKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M653 RKE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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