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R302 OGF

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,707 mi
Last recorded85,707 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR302 OGF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 85,707 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 84,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 84,128 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 78,770 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 73,843 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 68,138 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight movement on steerig rack (mountings)

Splits on offside front tyre tread

Pass 18 Mar 2010 63,062 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 55,758 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 48,283 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 48,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 41,836 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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R302 OGF is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc 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 R302 OGF, 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 R302 OGF registered?

R302 OGF is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R302 OGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R302 OGF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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