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R235 BLF

1998 Saab 900 S Auto

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

128,541 mi
Last recorded128,541 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Saab 900 S Auto86,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR235 BLF
MakeSaab
Model900 S Auto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2007 128,541 miles

play in top steering column

slight leak from steering rack

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 128,541 miles

play in top steering column

slight leak from steering rack

Pass 10 May 2006 105,238 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 105,238 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

slight leak from power steering rack

How Reliable is the Saab 900 S Auto?

Based on 1,707 MOT tests across 412 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
position lamp(s) not working 67
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 60
Registration plate lamp not working 57
Direction indicator incorrect colour 55
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R235 BLF is a 1998 Saab 900 S Auto in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 86,616 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 S Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R235 BLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 900 S Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R235 BLF registered?

R235 BLF is a 1998 Saab 900 S Auto, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R235 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R235 BLF shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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