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R409 KSF

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,694 mi
Last recorded147,694 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR409 KSF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2009 147,694 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 147,694 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 124,891 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

backbox heatsheild dropped

check engine light is on

engine noise from sump area

exhaust, cat flexible cracking and corroded

nearside rear tyer worn unevenly

Pass 28 Sep 2007 93,421 miles

hand brake lever travel almost at top

Pass 2 Oct 2006 68,503 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 60,622 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 60,622 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

poly belt perished /cracked

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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R409 KSF is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R409 KSF, 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 R409 KSF registered?

R409 KSF is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R409 KSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R409 KSF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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