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R388 CDU

1997 Saab 95

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

167,933 mi
Last recorded167,933 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2005
Typical for 1997 Saab 95128,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR388 CDU
MakeSaab
Model95
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2005 167,933 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 167,928 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Saab 95?

Based on 2,807 MOT tests across 531 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
6,703
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
position lamp(s) not working 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
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R388 CDU is a 1997 Saab 95 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Saab 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 128,303 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 95 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R388 CDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 95 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 95 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R388 CDU?

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What year was R388 CDU registered?

R388 CDU is a 1997 Saab 95, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R388 CDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R388 CDU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R388 CDU have outstanding finance?

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