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R716 JGJ

1998 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

145,203 mi
Last recorded145,203 miles
Recorded on29 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto119,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 JGJ
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cse Turbo Auto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2008 145,203 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 145,096 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil Filter Leaking

Pass 31 May 2007 136,124 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 136,124 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

unable to do co test exhaust leking

Pass 7 Feb 2006 123,021 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto?

Based on 2,448 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
6,057
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164
constant velocity joint gaiter split 162
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 108
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 107
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 93
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R716 JGJ is a 1998 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 119,212 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 9000 Cse Turbo Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R716 JGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R716 JGJ registered?

R716 JGJ is a 1998 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto, first registered on 6 January 1998.

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