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R498 KGJ

1998 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

130,562 mi
Last recorded130,562 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 KGJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 130,562 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 129,827 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 128,917 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 127,898 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 126,977 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 125,606 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2009 124,543 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 123,686 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 123,673 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2007 117,016 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s/f tyre outer wall slightly perrished.

Pass 19 Feb 2007 117,016 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall slightly perrished.

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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R498 KGJ is a 1998 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R498 KGJ, 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

How do I check the history of R498 KGJ?

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What year was R498 KGJ registered?

R498 KGJ is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R498 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 KGJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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