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R808 AAT

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,404 mi
Last recorded81,404 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR808 AAT
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2013 81,404 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

eng light on

pas pump noise

some wear on f discs

Pass 19 Nov 2012 79,241 miles

both front struts corroded

engine oil leak

slight play in steering column

steering rack damp

Pass 14 Nov 2011 78,890 miles

BOTH WIPERS SPLIT

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSIONS CORRODED

Pass 8 Nov 2010 78,544 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Front registration plate damaged.

Oil leak

Rear brake discs heavily corroded and worn.

Rear registration plate detereating.

Tested in wet conditions.

Fail 9 Nov 2009 78,366 miles

Engine management light on.

Front number plate slightly damaged.

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 78,366 miles

Engine management light on.

Front number plate slightly damaged.

Pass 3 Nov 2008 77,233 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 77,233 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both rear tyres perished

Pass 16 Oct 2007 72,846 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 71,563 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 71,563 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres starting to perish

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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R808 AAT is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R808 AAT, 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 R808 AAT registered?

R808 AAT is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 14 February 1998.

Is R808 AAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R808 AAT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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