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R203 WRV

1998 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

147,681 mi
Last recorded147,681 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2011
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR203 WRV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2011 147,681 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

High level stop lamp 3 light sources not working

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 138,960 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 138,957 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 124,221 miles

Child seat fitted to N/S/R

Plastic outer sill covers fitted

Fail 4 Aug 2008 124,149 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE IS A V RATED TYRE AND THE REST ON THE VEHICLE ARE W RATED.

ODD TYRE TREADS FITTED TO FRONT OF VEHICLE. BLOCK AND DIRECTIONAL TREADS FITTED.

Oil leak

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated.

Pass 24 May 2007 118,409 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 118,228 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 May 2007 118,220 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 109,436 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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R203 WRV is a 1998 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R203 WRV, 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 R203 WRV registered?

R203 WRV is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is R203 WRV safe to buy?

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