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R245 TAC

1997 Saab 900 S

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,026 mi
Last recorded86,026 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 S108,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR245 TAC
MakeSaab
Model900 S
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 May 2009 86,026 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 74,945 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 73,830 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 73,285 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 S?

Based on 8,317 MOT tests across 1,928 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
6,905
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 698
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 466
position lamp(s) not working 441
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 393
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 377
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R245 TAC is a 1997 Saab 900 S in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 108,426 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 698 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R245 TAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 S typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R245 TAC?

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What year was R245 TAC registered?

R245 TAC is a 1997 Saab 900 S, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is R245 TAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R245 TAC shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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