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R706 TPX

1997 Saab 90

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,416 mi
Last recorded141,416 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 90108,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR706 TPX
MakeSaab
Model90
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2011 141,416 miles

both front and rear registration plates starting to deteriorate

Pass 2 Nov 2009 137,504 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 132,200 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 132,199 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 126,033 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 50,959 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 90?

Based on 1,363 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
3,828
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 63
position lamp(s) not working 62
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 60
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R706 TPX is a 1997 Saab 90 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Saab 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 108,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R706 TPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R706 TPX registered?

R706 TPX is a 1997 Saab 90, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R706 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R706 TPX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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