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R385 XTR

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,908 mi
Last recorded112,908 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR385 XTR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 112,908 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 112,968 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 106,737 miles

number plates deteriorating

slight play in column

chips on screen

handbrake high

Pass 14 Jun 2013 103,805 miles

handbrake high

number plates deteriorated

slight play in column

chips on screen

Fail 14 Jun 2013 103,805 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

chips on screen

handbrake high

number plates deteriorated

slight play in column

Pass 11 Jun 2012 99,691 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 93,249 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

small chips in screen

Pass 24 May 2010 83,402 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

small chips in screen

Fail 24 May 2010 83,402 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

small chips in screen

Pass 21 May 2009 72,868 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 65,827 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 56,090 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 55,587 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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R385 XTR is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R385 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R385 XTR?

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What year was R385 XTR registered?

R385 XTR is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R385 XTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R385 XTR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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