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R900 NRM

1998 Saab 900

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,614 mi
Last recorded81,614 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR900 NRM
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 81,614 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 81,480 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 81,170 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 81,170 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 79,692 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 79,595 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 76,187 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 68,646 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 68,395 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 67,086 miles

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

brake fluid contaminated

Pass 30 Jun 2008 66,490 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2008 66,490 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 66,363 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 65,826 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2006 65,826 miles

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

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

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

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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R900 NRM is a 1998 Saab 900 in Green with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 100,828 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 R900 NRM, 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 28 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 R900 NRM registered?

R900 NRM is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R900 NRM safe to buy?

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