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R207 WRV

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,018 mi
Last recorded142,018 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR207 WRV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 142,018 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 26 Jul 2014 141,755 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 127,737 miles

Brake hose union swelling beneath rubber sheath off side front.

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

Pass 29 May 2012 118,425 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 112,747 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 108,683 miles

Centre Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

rear gearbox mount in poor condition

Pass 8 Jun 2009 105,823 miles

Some movement on N/S steering rack to bulkhead mounting, suspect mounting spot welds to be broken.

Fail 8 Jun 2009 105,823 miles

Centre Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Some movement on N/S steering rack to bulkhead mounting, suspect mounting spot welds to be broken.

Pass 9 Jun 2008 101,099 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 97,626 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 90,585 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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R207 WRV is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R207 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 R207 WRV registered?

R207 WRV is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 January 1998.

Is R207 WRV safe to buy?

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