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R883 MGK

1997 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

93,834 mi
Last recorded93,834 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR883 MGK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 93,834 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 86,476 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust section badly corroded

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 10 Aug 2016 84,776 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2015 83,591 miles

exhaust system rusty

Pass 7 Aug 2014 81,072 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front exhaust rusty

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 5 Aug 2013 78,510 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

front exhaust deteriated

unable to check inside brakes

Pass 8 Aug 2012 76,380 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

exhaust system in rusty condition

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 18 Aug 2011 73,907 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 70,599 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 67,968 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 67,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 65,118 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 62,002 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 57,211 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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R883 MGK is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R883 MGK, 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 R883 MGK registered?

R883 MGK is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R883 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R883 MGK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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