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R804 RVN

1998 Saab 900

Bronze Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

99,256 mi
Last recorded99,256 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR804 RVN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2017 99,256 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 98,869 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 98,470 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyers has small crack on the inner side of tyre

Fail 10 Mar 2015 98,470 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyers has small crack on the inner side of tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2014 97,611 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 96,541 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 95,273 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 93,624 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 90,834 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 86,148 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 80,371 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 74,033 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 74,033 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 67,463 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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R804 RVN is a 1998 Saab 900 in Bronze with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R804 RVN, 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 R804 RVN registered?

R804 RVN is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R804 RVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R804 RVN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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