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R409 VVW

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,699 mi
Last recorded125,699 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 May 2013 125,699 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake discs corroded

nsr tyre sidewall runflat damage

steering lock not working . dealer advises car is not fitted with one

Pass 19 May 2012 123,135 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 119,663 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 113,379 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 113,379 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2009 107,596 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 102,963 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 102,963 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 May 2007 99,480 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 92,849 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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R409 VVW is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VVW, 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 R409 VVW registered?

R409 VVW is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R409 VVW safe to buy?

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