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R340 XKP

1998 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

67,714 mi
Last recorded67,714 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR340 XKP
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 67,714 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Jul 2016 67,714 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 58,212 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust system corroding rear box

Pass 7 Mar 2014 52,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jan 2013 49,356 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 48,618 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 48,078 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 47,430 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 46,887 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 45,531 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 43,771 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 42,083 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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R340 XKP is a 1998 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R340 XKP, 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 R340 XKP registered?

R340 XKP is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R340 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R340 XKP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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