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R427 NNW

1998 Saab 900

Bronze Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

113,306 mi
Last recorded113,306 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 NNW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 113,306 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 113,230 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 106,809 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 106,799 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 106,727 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch corroded where in meets the floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area corroded in multiple places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area corroded in multiple places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch slightly corroded around top shocker mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear hand brake cable tension spring is missing but not affecting operation of the handbrake

Pass 30 Mar 2018 105,103 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 101,784 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 97,881 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 93,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 88,064 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 82,139 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 76,060 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 74,453 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 69,784 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 65,301 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 59,875 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 54,600 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2007 54,600 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 50,106 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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R427 NNW is a 1998 Saab 900 in Bronze with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R427 NNW, 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 R427 NNW registered?

R427 NNW is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R427 NNW safe to buy?

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