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R889 GFV

1997 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,583 mi
Last recorded108,583 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR889 GFV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2014 108,583 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2013 97,629 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 90,379 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 83,921 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 73,057 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 69,392 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 65,943 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 60,807 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 58,950 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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R889 GFV is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R889 GFV, 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

How do I check the history of R889 GFV?

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What year was R889 GFV registered?

R889 GFV is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R889 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R889 GFV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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