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R378 XTR

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

175,797 mi
Last recorded175,797 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR378 XTR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 175,797 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)

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

coolant level low

long travel on parking brake

nearside rear tyre slightly cracking

oil leak

signs of coolant leak

slight corrosion on nearside floor

Pass 20 Apr 2015 169,246 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

n/s/f tyre getting low on edges

Pass 14 May 2014 162,209 miles

50% of center stop light working

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coolant level below minimum

long travel on parking brake

rear exhaust clamp missing

rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

signs of coolant leak

Fail 12 May 2014 162,209 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

50% of center stop light working

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coolant level below minimum

long travel on parking brake

rear exhaust clamp missing

rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

signs of coolant leak

Pass 22 Apr 2013 154,503 miles

50% of center stop light working

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

coolant level below minimum

long tavel on parking brake

rear exhaust skightly deteriorated

signs of coolant leak

Pass 30 Apr 2012 144,713 miles

gearbox cooler pipes slight dampness

rear exhaust slightly rusty

Fail 30 Apr 2012 144,713 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

gearbox cooler pipes slight dampness

rear exhaust slightly rusty

Pass 19 Apr 2011 134,582 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 124,622 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 May 2010 124,622 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 114,783 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2009 114,783 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 106,419 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 96,719 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 96,719 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 28 Apr 2006 86,425 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 86,425 miles

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

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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R378 XTR is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R378 XTR, 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 R378 XTR registered?

R378 XTR is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R378 XTR safe to buy?

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