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R900 PJT

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

211,049 mi
Last recorded211,049 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR900 PJT
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 211,049 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 209,763 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 208,448 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 206,810 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 205,382 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 205,382 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 203,792 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 199,965 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 195,317 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 194,106 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 190,615 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 188,207 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 184,394 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 180,930 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 175,694 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 170,072 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 165,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 165,381 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 60,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 60,234 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 56,843 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 52,383 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 47,800 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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R900 PJT is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R900 PJT, 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 R900 PJT registered?

R900 PJT is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R900 PJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R900 PJT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R900 PJT have outstanding finance?

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