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R774 VLB

1998 Saab 900 S Auto

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,205 mi
Last recorded77,205 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 900 S Auto86,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR774 VLB
MakeSaab
Model900 S Auto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2008 77,205 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

bulb out in centre brake light

offside front seat not tilting

offside front tyre slightly damaged on outer side wall

rear number plate slightly disfigured

Pass 14 Apr 2007 70,366 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres wearing on edges

rear brake pads to be checked

Pass 13 Apr 2006 61,681 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 S Auto?

Based on 1,707 MOT tests across 412 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
position lamp(s) not working 67
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 60
Registration plate lamp not working 57
Direction indicator incorrect colour 55
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R774 VLB is a 1998 Saab 900 S Auto in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 86,616 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 S Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R774 VLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 900 S Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R774 VLB registered?

R774 VLB is a 1998 Saab 900 S Auto, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R774 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R774 VLB shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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