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R54 LGN

1998 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

82,763 mi
Last recorded82,763 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 LGN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 82,763 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 82,761 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 82,757 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 82,437 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 82,273 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 74,163 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 67,087 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 67,085 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 58,984 miles

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Pass 15 Sep 2015 56,777 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 56,759 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 56,750 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 56,750 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 56,734 miles

brake fluid black

Pass 23 Aug 2011 56,722 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 56,712 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 56,712 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 56,567 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 55,144 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 54,950 miles

nearside front tyre starting deterioate

Pass 16 Sep 2006 52,891 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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R54 LGN is a 1998 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R54 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.

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What year was R54 LGN registered?

R54 LGN is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R54 LGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 LGN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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