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R455 WNC

1998 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,165 mi
Last recorded55,165 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 WNC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2012 55,165 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 53,784 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 51,367 miles

both front shock absorber platforms slightly corroded

centre to rear exhaust joint has a slight blow

front brake pads wearing thin

front number plate slightly damaged

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre on legal limit

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2009 46,420 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front number plate cracked

Pass 18 Apr 2008 41,135 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 40,649 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2006 39,812 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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R455 WNC is a 1998 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R455 WNC, 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 R455 WNC registered?

R455 WNC is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 3 January 1998.

Is R455 WNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 WNC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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