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R87 FBF

1998 Saab 93

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,943 mi
Last recorded116,943 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9396,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR87 FBF
MakeSaab
Model93
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
View full Saab 93 reliability data Browse other 1998 Saab 93 registrations

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2008 116,943 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 116,943 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2005 103,880 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 93?

Based on 5,805 MOT tests across 632 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
6,356
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 218
position lamp(s) not working 122
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 98
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 80
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R87 FBF is a 1998 Saab 93 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Saab 93 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 96,721 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 93 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R87 FBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 93 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 93 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R87 FBF?

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What year was R87 FBF registered?

R87 FBF is a 1998 Saab 93, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R87 FBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R87 FBF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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