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R878 DNH

1997 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

150,072 mi
Last recorded150,072 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 DNH
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2009 150,072 miles

both front brake discs worn and lipped

drivers door mirror damaged

Fail 3 Nov 2009 150,072 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

both front brake discs worn and lipped

drivers door mirror damaged

Pass 30 Oct 2008 137,193 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2008 137,193 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 6 Nov 2007 115,326 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres uneven tread wear

Pass 6 Nov 2007 115,326 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

both rear tyres uneven tread wear

Pass 14 Oct 2006 106,664 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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R878 DNH is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R878 DNH, 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.

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What year was R878 DNH registered?

R878 DNH is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R878 DNH safe to buy?

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