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R249 MGN

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

92,036 mi
Last recorded92,036 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR249 MGN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 92,036 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE WORN (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS MEMBER BELOW BRAKE SERVO AREA (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 91,899 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 91,899 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 91,537 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 91,537 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 89,828 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 87,817 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 87,817 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 86,932 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 86,932 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 84,956 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 82,683 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 80,436 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 78,463 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 77,437 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 75,379 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 72,545 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 68,470 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 64,550 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 60,808 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 55,808 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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R249 MGN is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R249 MGN, 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 R249 MGN registered?

R249 MGN is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R249 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R249 MGN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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