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R604 ORM

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,878 mi
Last recorded120,878 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR604 ORM
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2013 120,878 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 112,812 miles

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

Oil leak

front discs pitted

Pass 28 Jan 2011 104,878 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 88,323 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2009 68,087 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 68,087 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 64,661 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R604 ORM is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R604 ORM, 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 R604 ORM?

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What year was R604 ORM registered?

R604 ORM is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 13 January 1998.

Is R604 ORM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R604 ORM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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