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R861 MRU

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

90,160 mi
Last recorded90,160 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR861 MRU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 90,160 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 870,321 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 87,032 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 86,569 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 85,660 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 85,184 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Jul 2015 85,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 84,334 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 83,042 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 80,883 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 78,731 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 75,718 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 73,662 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 73,662 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 70,719 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 69,931 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R861 MRU is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R861 MRU, 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

How do I check the history of R861 MRU?

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What year was R861 MRU registered?

R861 MRU is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R861 MRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R861 MRU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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