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R585 OGN

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,554 mi
Last recorded78,554 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR585 OGN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2011 78,554 miles

oil leak from engine and g/box

rear silencer and clamp corroded

washer jets partially blocked

Pass 29 Oct 2010 70,334 miles

exhaust system corroding

front and rear number plates starting to delaminate slightly

rear anti-roll bar corroded

slight free play at top of steering column

Pass 16 Sep 2009 63,173 miles

exhaust system corroding

front number plate beginning to delaminate

o/s/f suspension lower arm inner rear bush splitting

oil leaking from engine/gearbox

Fail 23 Oct 2008 57,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine lealing oil

exhaust system corroding

front number plate delaminating slightly

power steering hose damp (from pump to reservoir)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 57,663 miles

engine lealing oil

exhaust system corroding

front number plate delaminating slightly

power steering hose damp (from pump to reservoir)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 51,217 miles

brake fluid level slightly low

exhaust system slightly corroded

front brake discs slightly worn

rear shock absorbers damp

slight oil leak from engine/gearbox

Fail 8 Oct 2007 51,217 miles

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

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

brake fluid level slightly low

exhaust system slightly corroded

front brake discs slightly worn

rear shock absorbers damp

slight oil leak from engine/gearbox

Pass 4 Sep 2006 44,717 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 44,717 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 37,812 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 37,812 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R585 OGN is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R585 OGN, 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 R585 OGN?

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What year was R585 OGN registered?

R585 OGN is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R585 OGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R585 OGN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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