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R793 DUR

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

141,596 mi
Last recorded141,596 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR793 DUR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2013 141,596 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 141,083 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 138,299 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 135,694 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 129,503 miles

bad engine oil leak

engine knock when reving

fuel pipes have squashed no leaks

hand brake will soon need attension

raer tyres starting to split and perish

rear chassis starting to rust

Fail 5 Aug 2009 129,503 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

bad engine oil leak

fuel pipes have squashed no leaks

hand brake will soon need attension

raer tyres starting to split and perish

rear chassis starting to rust

Pass 25 Jul 2008 122,597 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 100,226 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 92,315 miles

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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R793 DUR is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R793 DUR, 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 R793 DUR registered?

R793 DUR is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R793 DUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R793 DUR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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