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R783 LGH

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

105,170 mi
Last recorded105,170 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR783 LGH
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 105,170 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 104,993 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 104,993 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 104,779 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail under brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 104,191 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail below brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRES - SIDE WALLS SPLITTING ON SIDE WALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing STRONGLY ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 104,176 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail below brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRES - SIDE WALLS SPLITTING ON SIDE WALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing STRONGLY ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 103,345 miles

Nearside Rear brake sticking slightly

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (3.6.C.3)

both front tyres perishing in tread

both rear tyres sidewalls perished

bulk head flexing when shaking steering

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 102,563 miles

both rear tyres perished on sidewalls

both rear tyres perished on sidewalls

Pass 4 Nov 2015 101,256 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage on steering rack (2.3.3b)

all four tyres perishing

bulkhead flexing when shaking steering

Pass 6 Nov 2014 100,155 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

bulk head flexing when shaking steering

cut in offside front tyre tread

offside rear tyre outer wall perishing

Fail 14 Nov 2013 98,506 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 98,506 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 96,535 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 93,716 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 93,716 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 89,569 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 86,941 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 83,625 miles

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)

front tyres showing wear and perishing

offside rear tyre showing uneven wear and perishing

steering rack damp [offside] and mountings have some movement

Fail 15 Nov 2007 81,133 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front tyres perishing on inner and outer side walls

offside rear tyre perishing on side walls

Pass 15 Nov 2007 81,133 miles

front tyres perishing on inner and outer side walls

offside rear tyre perishing on side walls

Pass 8 Nov 2006 77,251 miles

front tyres have several minor cuts in tread

Pass 3 Nov 2005 72,974 miles

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

rear flexi brake hoses [ferrils corroding]

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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R783 LGH is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R783 LGH, 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.

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What year was R783 LGH registered?

R783 LGH is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R783 LGH safe to buy?

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