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R627 BNF

1998 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,785 mi
Last recorded162,785 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR627 BNF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 162,785 miles

Corrosion forming on vehicle underside drain holes

Pass 14 Apr 2012 156,418 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 151,576 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 148,277 miles

LONG HAND BRAKE TRAVEL

Fail 24 Apr 2009 144,834 miles

Long handbrake travel

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/s/f door inner & outer handles missing - able to open from inside & out

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2009 144,834 miles

Long handbrake travel

O/s/f door inner & outer handles missing - able to open from inside & out

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2008 140,622 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear exhaust section and exhaust clamp in poor condition

Pass 19 Nov 2007 139,099 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 139,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 138,026 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 131,511 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 131,504 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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R627 BNF is a 1998 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R627 BNF, 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 R627 BNF registered?

R627 BNF is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R627 BNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R627 BNF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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