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R868 AAC

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,547 mi
Last recorded133,547 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR868 AAC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 133,547 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 130,483 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both front (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Apr 2016 130,483 miles

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

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

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both front (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2015 126,658 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 May 2014 122,420 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 122,167 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 118,763 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 118,763 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 113,648 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 109,230 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 105,790 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 100,507 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 96,838 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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R868 AAC is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R868 AAC, 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 R868 AAC registered?

R868 AAC is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R868 AAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R868 AAC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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