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R493 TKP

1998 Saab 95

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

69,369 mi
Last recorded69,369 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Saab 95107,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR493 TKP
MakeSaab
Model95
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2014 69,369 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o.s/r tyre side wall deteriating

Fail 22 Aug 2014 69,365 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre side walls deteriating

Fail 16 Jul 2014 69,350 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre ,space saver

Pass 15 Jul 2013 66,383 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)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 66,383 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 13 Jul 2012 62,313 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 55,714 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 51,935 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2009 46,834 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

power steering / auto gear box fluid / oil leak.

Pass 25 Sep 2009 46,834 miles

power steering / auto gear box fluid / oil leak.

Pass 25 Sep 2008 44,820 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

near side hand brake return spring corroding

Pass 24 Sep 2007 42,824 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 42,824 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 39,587 miles

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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R493 TKP is a 1998 Saab 95 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1998 Saab 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 107,259 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 R493 TKP, 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 28 years old, this Saab 95 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R493 TKP is a 1998 Saab 95, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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