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R599 EAB

1998 Saab 900

Yellow Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

112,610 mi
Last recorded112,610 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR599 EAB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 112,610 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor to rear panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

multiple oil leaks both engine and transmission

Fail 17 Oct 2023 112,521 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor to rear panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

multiple oil leaks both engine and transmission

Pass 6 Oct 2022 107,037 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery has a temporary repair (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake ferrules on the vehicle are corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes have been greased (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all 4-coil springs on the vehicle are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component various components (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 101,847 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake ferrules on the vehicle are corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded all 4-coil springs on the vehicle are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and noise coming from the area (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage various leaks from pipes/hoses (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 101,847 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust system insecure and fowling the coil spring (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake ferrules on the vehicle are corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded all 4-coil springs on the vehicle are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and noise coming from the area (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage various leaks from pipes/hoses (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 97,128 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 97,128 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 90,438 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2018 77,855 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 77,829 miles

body underside very rusty

Pass 3 Sep 2012 77,826 miles

all tyres deterirating

Fail 13 Aug 2012 77,825 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

tyres deterirating on outside wall

Pass 23 May 2011 76,377 miles

both front tyres starting to perish

nearside front brake disc worn

offside rear tyre starting to perishe

Pass 6 May 2010 73,591 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 73,591 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 71,235 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 71,235 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 May 2008 69,860 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 68,941 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 65,463 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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R599 EAB is a 1998 Saab 900 in Yellow with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R599 EAB, 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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R599 EAB is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 13 January 1998.

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