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R386 EHJ

1998 Saab 900 SE Turbo

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,470 mi
Last recorded129,470 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR386 EHJ
MakeSaab
Model900 SE Turbo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2007 129,470 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2007 129,470 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 93,590 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE Turbo?

Based on 1,925 MOT tests across 419 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
6,567
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
419
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 108
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 108
Registration plate lamp not working 78
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 77
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R386 EHJ is a 1998 Saab 900 SE Turbo in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Saab 900 SE Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R386 EHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 900 SE Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R386 EHJ?

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What year was R386 EHJ registered?

R386 EHJ is a 1998 Saab 900 SE Turbo, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R386 EHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R386 EHJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R386 EHJ have outstanding finance?

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