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R141 GGN

1998 Saab 900

White Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

189,327 mi
Last recorded189,327 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR141 GGN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 189,327 miles

corrosion:- boot floor, exhaust

Pass 20 Nov 2014 185,123 miles

chip in windscreen

Fail 30 Oct 2013 180,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 180,266 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 176,381 miles

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

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 9 Nov 2011 172,649 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 172,649 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2009 169,965 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 169,965 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 161,797 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2008 161,797 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 154,612 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

number plate light dim

Pass 13 Dec 2006 144,309 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake discs slightly rusted/pitted

small stone chip in nearside of windscreen

Pass 28 Dec 2005 139,607 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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R141 GGN is a 1998 Saab 900 in White with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R141 GGN, 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.

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What year was R141 GGN registered?

R141 GGN is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R141 GGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R141 GGN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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