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R119 FAA

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

159,494 mi
Last recorded159,494 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 FAA
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 159,494 miles

Nearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 159,494 miles

Nearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 154,088 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 154,082 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2023 152,984 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2023 152,981 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 149,980 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 139,271 miles

Offside Front inner flitch/bulk head corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2020 126,767 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 109,336 miles

brake pipes slight corrosion

oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2018 108,537 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 103,323 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joints slightly leaking (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view outer casing missing (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 96,298 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 89,542 miles

nearside front tyre wearing both edges

Fail 16 Jun 2015 89,542 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre wearing both edges

Fail 24 Jul 2013 83,781 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 83,781 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 74,532 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 70,881 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2010 64,960 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 64,960 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2009 58,110 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 51,768 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 47,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 44,024 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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R119 FAA is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 100,828 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 R119 FAA, 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 28 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 R119 FAA registered?

R119 FAA is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R119 FAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R119 FAA shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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