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R52 LGN

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,945 mi
Last recorded131,945 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 LGN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2016 131,945 miles

All tyres perishing advise replacement

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at silencer joint (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 128,729 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 128,276 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 127,230 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 126,276 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 125,294 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 124,178 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 123,194 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 120,288 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 115,670 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 114,552 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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R52 LGN is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R52 LGN, 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 R52 LGN registered?

R52 LGN is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R52 LGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 LGN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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