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R773 JYJ

1998 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,867 mi
Last recorded126,867 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR773 JYJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2011 126,867 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 123,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 120,767 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 118,473 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 117,223 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 116,283 miles

slight lift in steering colume

Pass 31 Mar 2006 102,886 miles

rear flexi brake hoses [ferrils corroding]

steering rack damp offside

steering rack seems to move quite a bit in its mountings [but is secure]

Fail 31 Mar 2006 102,886 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

rear flexi brake hoses [ferrils corroding]

steering rack damp offside

steering rack seems to move quite a bit in its mountings [but is secure]

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
Full Saab 900 reliability report

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R773 JYJ is a 1998 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R773 JYJ, 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 R773 JYJ registered?

R773 JYJ is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R773 JYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R773 JYJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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