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R849 LGH

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,524 mi
Last recorded77,524 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR849 LGH
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2011 77,524 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 76,825 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 75,716 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 74,788 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 70,858 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 69,435 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005
Fail 20 Jul 2005 67,675 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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R849 LGH is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,926 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 R849 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 29 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 R849 LGH registered?

R849 LGH is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R849 LGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R849 LGH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R849 LGH have outstanding finance?

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