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R516 CGJ

1997 Saab 900 SE

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,781 mi
Last recorded121,781 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 SE97,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR516 CGJ
MakeSaab
Model900 SE
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2009 121,781 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 112,341 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 112,341 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2007 93,176 miles

clutch biteing point very low poss slave cyl.

washer pipe/ washer bottle leaking water from o/s/f of vehicle.

Pass 27 Mar 2006 70,883 miles

minor deterioration to suspension etc exhaust corroding

Fail 27 Mar 2006 70,883 miles

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

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

minor deterioration to suspension etc exhaust corroding

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 162 vehicles.

67.6%
Pass Rate
6,458
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
position lamp(s) not working 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 32
Direction indicator incorrect colour 31
Registration plate lamp not working 28
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R516 CGJ is a 1997 Saab 900 SE in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 97,662 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 900 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R516 CGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R516 CGJ?

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What year was R516 CGJ registered?

R516 CGJ is a 1997 Saab 900 SE, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R516 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R516 CGJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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