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R327 MGN

1998 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,424 mi
Last recorded120,424 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR327 MGN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 120,424 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 120,423 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 119,949 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box has some rust (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 118,702 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 117,734 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 116,549 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 116,540 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 116,158 miles

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Pass 12 May 2017 114,682 miles

BOTH Front Tyres worn to 3mm.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Various small chips to Windscreen.

Fail 12 May 2017 114,682 miles

BOTH Front Tyres worn to 3mm.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Various small chips to Windscreen.

Pass 1 Jun 2015 110,834 miles

BOTH Rear Brake Discs slightly worn.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Rear Exhaust section heavily corroded.

Pass 18 Jun 2014 109,711 miles

ALL Shock Absorbers have reduced effect.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Pass 19 Jun 2013 101,118 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 101,118 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 99,512 miles

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

Oil leak

heatsheild hitting rear exhaust

Pass 5 Jul 2011 95,807 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 95,085 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fuel cap damaged

Only 50% of high viz brake light working

Fail 14 Jan 2011 95,083 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fuel cap damaged

Only 50% of high viz brake light working

Pass 15 Jan 2010 91,304 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 91,304 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 87,929 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 77,081 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 76,086 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 75,376 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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R327 MGN is a 1998 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R327 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R327 MGN registered?

R327 MGN is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 March 1998.

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