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R893 EGJ

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,578 mi
Last recorded140,578 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR893 EGJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2013 140,578 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

n/s/front tyre worn to limit and smooth on inner edge

only one of two o/s/rear lamp bulbs working

Pass 9 Oct 2012 128,921 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 128,921 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 116,553 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 105,159 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 105,159 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 93,547 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 87,054 miles

Slight leak from gearbox

Pass 4 Oct 2007 82,281 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 82,281 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 76,973 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 67,079 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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R893 EGJ is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R893 EGJ, 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 R893 EGJ registered?

R893 EGJ is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R893 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R893 EGJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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