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R890 SJB

1997 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,293 mi
Last recorded100,293 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR890 SJB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 100,293 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 93,138 miles

2 bulbs not working on centre brake light

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

check engine light on

n/s/r inner side light not working

puncture repair o/s/f tyre

Pass 4 Jul 2012 84,866 miles

Both front tyres wearing close to 2mm tread wear indicators.

Pass 15 Jun 2011 77,125 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 77,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Both rear tyres are worn in a stepped manner and startong to deteriorate. Note these tyres are about 22 years old.

Engine check light on-

Pass 29 Jun 2010 70,420 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)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 May 2009 55,813 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 47,456 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 47,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 44,626 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 40,979 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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R890 SJB is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R890 SJB, 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 R890 SJB registered?

R890 SJB is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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