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R345 DDS

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

89,139 mi
Last recorded89,139 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR345 DDS
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2012 89,139 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front indecator lamp cracked

Fail 4 Sep 2012 89,139 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front indecator lamp cracked

Pass 21 Jul 2011 84,601 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 79,699 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 75,926 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 75,926 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 68,949 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 68,949 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 62,185 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 56,702 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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R345 DDS is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R345 DDS, 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 R345 DDS registered?

R345 DDS is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R345 DDS safe to buy?

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