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R862 LGH

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,574 mi
Last recorded138,574 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR862 LGH
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2013 138,574 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 7 Mar 2012 134,151 miles

slight play in engine steady bar

Pass 1 Mar 2011 126,471 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 117,581 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 108,912 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 95,830 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 82,383 miles

exhaust heat sheild loose

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
Full Saab 900 reliability report

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R862 LGH is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R862 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 R862 LGH registered?

R862 LGH is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is R862 LGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R862 LGH shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R862 LGH have outstanding finance?

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