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R233 GGN

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,835 mi
Last recorded103,835 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 GGN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 103,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2014 101,385 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 8 Aug 2013 98,658 miles

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

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 13 Jul 2012 93,255 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 11 Aug 2011 87,054 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 80,513 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 8 Jul 2010 80,512 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 10 Jul 2009 74,636 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 68,443 miles

engine oil level low

excessive parking brake travel

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

wiper blade(s) split

Pass 7 Jun 2007 61,881 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 54,293 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 54,293 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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R233 GGN is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R233 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 R233 GGN registered?

R233 GGN is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R233 GGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 GGN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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